When people hear the phrase “distracted driving,” their minds usually jump to texting or using a phone. But there’s another common behavior that can be just as dangerous—eating behind the wheel. While it might seem harmless to grab a quick bite during your commute or...
It can be somewhat of a relief to survive a serious vehicle crash with “only” broken bones. These aren’t typically life-threatening injuries, and in most cases, bone fractures heal with time. However, not all fractures (particularly serious fractures to arms and legs)...
Many people think of driving distractions as things like using a cellphone or eating a burger. They don’t realize that even listening to music while driving can be a distraction. It’s estimated that for at least 72% of drivers, music is an essential part of driving,...
Being involved in a car accident can affect different aspects of your life, including your finances. The injuries and damages you suffer can lead to costly expenses that may result in you living paycheck to paycheck or getting into debt. Here are four ways a car...
Memorial Day marks the beginning of the most dangerous time of year for teenage drivers. According to an analysis of crash reports, the 100 days between Memorial Day and Labor Day are the deadliest time of year for young adults to be on the road. Parents with teenage...
Texas interstates are clogged with lanes of traffic, with plenty of commercial 18-wheelers alongside passenger cars and trucks. If you are beside one of those highway behemoths when an accident occurs, the semitruck can jackknife, jeopardizing the lives of others near...
Car crashes can significantly jar the body, especially when the crash is at a high speed or otherwise particularly violent. One injury that’s possible in these crashes is a traumatic brain injury (TBI). This is a catastrophic injury that can significantly change the...
Many of the most serious crashes occur at intersections. While drivers know they should slow down and monitor their surroundings, sharing the road with others traveling in different directions is innately dangerous. A variety of different issues can contribute to...
When someone starts tailgating you, it’s easy to assume that the person is driving aggressively on purpose. And this certainly may be true. Tailgating can be a component of road rage, for example, or the other driver may just be trying to get you to speed up. But...
Most drivers want to actively limit their chances of a serious collision. They may purchase vehicles because they have certain safety features and may avoid common traffic hazards, such as distraction and intoxication. Unfortunately, drivers do not have any control...