We’re now well into spring, and summer is approaching. This means extended periods of sunshine and high temperatures. For the most part, these are positive things. Nonetheless, it’s important to remember that the sun can be a hazard for drivers. The glare from the sun...
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Other drivers are addicted to their phones
Do you ever feel like the people around you are addicted to their phones? Maybe you just see them using their devices constantly. Perhaps you look at other drivers while you are in traffic and notice that many of them are attempting to text and drive, despite it being...
3 things to know about a spinal cord injury
A car crash can lead to several injuries, some of which are catastrophic. A spinal cord injury falls under that category because the effects of it can last a lifetime. For those who have a spinal cord injury, there are a few critical points. Understanding these may...
Can you tell if you have whiplash after a car accident?
If you are involved in a car accident, you may suffer different types of injuries, including whiplash (a neck injury caused by sudden and forceful movements of the head in one direction and then back again quickly). These movements can force the neck beyond its usual...
The psychological aspect of car accidents
Car accidents can be both physically and mentally traumatic. The mental aspects of a car accident are often overlooked. However, a traffic collision can result in severe mental health conditions. Outlined below are two common ones. Post-traumatic stress disorder...
Emotionally preparing to attend mediation
Attending mediation, particularly in emotionally charged situations like a contentious car accident scenario, requires not only your physical presence but also emotional preparedness. This process, aimed at resolving conflicts with the help of a neutral mediator, can...
Follow these tips to be safer while driving this holiday season
Face it — the winter holidays are often the most stressful time of the year. During this season, there are more cars and trucks on the road. People are out doing their holiday shopping and the truckers are under increased pressure to deliver the goods to retailers so...
How to reduce pedestrian fatalities when making right turns
Auto accidents involving pedestrians can lead to tragic results. Victims hit by a car while crossing a street may suffer fatal injuries. Even if the injuries do not result in death, the victim might experience catastrophic, life-altering injuries. Some municipalities...
Not all car accidents are identical
The term car accident is relatively nondescript. A single-sedan accident involving a driver damaging their car slightly would not be as severe as a multi-car pile-up on a Texas road involving tractor-trailers and other vehicles. Any motor vehicle collision may result...
Studies suggest that technology could reduce distracted driving
Many road safety experts believe that the recent sharp rise in motor vehicle accident fatalities in Texas and around the country is being caused by an increase in reckless behavior like speeding, impaired driving and cellphone use. Distraction is a particularly thorny...