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You’ve probably heard that more people are killed and injured in car accidents during the summer. The data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) paints July and August as two of the more dangerous months of the year. But have you ever wondered why? There are a few reasons, but one is simply…

No one expects to be involved in a collision when they are traveling, least of all when they’re on a bus. That is what happened in this case, though, when a driver collided into a barrier on the highway. The fatal crash that took place in San Jose was a result of bad lane markings,…

Many of the worst and most common personal injuries involve things falling down. Consider the many ways objects fall, at the worst possible moment: Objects and even buildings falling at construction sites Crane and scaffold failures Shelf failures in stores Improperly loaded trucks Debris and merchandise blocking the highway Elevator failures Airplane crashes People falling…

Motorcycle accidents can be extremely devastating. They often involve another vehicle and the outcome is usually not good for the motorcycle rider. Although most accidents involving motorcyclists don’t happen due to intentional actions, every driver still has a responsibility to keep an eye out for motorcycles when they are on the road. It’s important to…

Ask most teens, and they will tell you that they are good, safe drivers. One focus group did just that, giving 1,622 teens a survey nationwide. They were in both 11th and 12th grade. A full 89 percent said that they were safe drivers. What is most intriguing, though, is that the rest of their…

Many people are at risk of drowsy driving. It’s a dangerous habit that puts others and yourself at risk. Did you know that driving drowsy can happen even if you had a great night of sleep? Imagine driving a six-hour trip on your own. The road is long and straight, and there are few things…

Indeed, distracted driving (i.e. texting while driving) has long become a national safety issue, but drowsy driving can be equally as dangerous, yet it does not receive the same attention. Indeed, a number of technological advancements may help to prevent these types of accidents, but there are some who believe that the newest technologies may…

Anyone you ask will tell you that driving while intoxicated is dangerous. Even those who like to drink have heard about the fatality statistics and know that it raises risks on the road. So why do people keep doing it? Some feel embarrassed. They didn’t mean to get drunk and they don’t want to call…

Teens and adults are involved in fatal accidents in huge numbers each year. California is fighting back against distracted driving with new rules about using Global Positioning System (GPS) devices. Since January 1 of this year, GPS devices and cellphones used for navigation in California must be mounted to the dashboard or in one of…

It is easy for people to focus on recovering from physical injuries after an accident. After all, there can be a recognized diagnosis for broken bones, damaged ligaments or tendons. But dealing with the emotional trauma from an accident may not be so easy to detect or treat. Let’s face it, car accidents can be…