Amputations are some of the most serious injuries people can experience. An amputation is the removal of an extremity or limb. It causes pain and physical limitations that impact someone for the rest of their life, although there is excellent medical care available...
Intersections have been a part of urban planning and road design for centuries. Even before the rise of motor vehicles, there were crossroads where major thoroughfares intersected. Any place where vehicles must share space while moving in different directions is a...
Car crashes are a significant concern on the roadways. Among them are side-impact collisions, also known as T-bone crashes, which are particularly dangerous. These accidents transpire when one vehicle strikes the side of another at a perpendicular angle, often leading...
Whether driving on a crowded highway or parked on a quiet street, the risk of a car accident is ever-present. In the unfortunate event that you’re involved in a car accident, not only can your vehicle suffer damage, but you might also sustain injuries. When faced with...
As drivers, we all want to stay safe on the road. However, despite our best intentions, accidents can still happen. One of the most common causes of accidents is blind spots. Blind spots are areas around the car that the driver cannot see, even with the help of...
Intersections are consistently one of the most dangerous places to drive. They lead to numerous car accidents, injuries and fatalities. A lot of these accidents happen because drivers are distracted. One reason that intersections are so problematic is that people will...
The spine is a crucial part of the body in terms of stability and mobility. While this area is resilient, it is not designed to withstand the impact of a road traffic collision. A spinal fracture is very serious. Outlined below are some of the more common symptoms...
Motorcycle accidents can result in catastrophic injuries that can change a person's life forever. Statistically, motorcycles represent only 3% of registered vehicles in the U.S., yet 14% of all traffic deaths are motorcyclists. Unlike passenger vehicles with a roof,...
Vehicles feature numerous components to ensure optimum performance. For a vehicle to perform as it should, all of these components need to be working properly. Performance is not the only priority, though. Vehicles should also be set up to increase safety. Headlights...
Distracted driving is often linked to cellphone use. And there’s a good reason for it. Many states have banned using handheld devices or texting and driving. These things have led to a lot of car accidents that, in turn, lead to severe injuries, and they are no longer...