One danger people may initially ignore while driving is debris on the road. Debris, which includes objects like rocks and tree branches, might seem harmless at first glance. However, they can become hazardous items that cause serious accidents in some scenarios....
Motor Vehicle Accidents
Compensation for catastrophic child injury in Texas car accidents
The unimaginable pain that follows a catastrophic injury to a child can leave a family devastated. When this injury is the result of a car accident, the financial burden can add to the emotional trauma, making the healing process even more challenging. The Texas legal...
What are the deadliest roads in the Bay Area?
There’s no denying the Bay Area’s beauty, vibrant culture and bustling streets. However, alongside these positive aspects, this region in California is also known for its challenging traffic conditions. Unfortunately, heavy congestion and diverse road networks...
How dangerous is speeding?
Certain driving behaviors increase the risk of accidents for all motorists. This is certainly true of speeding, which is among the riskiest driving behaviors. Maintaining a reasonable speed is a must for a safe driving experience, but not all motorists take the issue...
What are the big risks of drowsy driving?
When hitting the road, it is important for a driver to be in peak physical and mental condition. This is not only for their own safety, but the safety of everyone around them as well. Unfortunately, people sometimes decide to hit the road without adequate preparation...
The CDC defines 3 types of distracted driving
If you ask people about distractive driving, the first thing most people are going to mention is the role of smartphones. And it’s true that distracted driving has become more of a problem since smartphones were invented. Drivers are often distracted by text messages,...
Can a car accident cause PTSD?
While the physical injuries after an auto accident often take the most attention, it is the mental issues that could develop that tend to leave the longest-lasting effects. You cannot provide surgery or stitches to help fix a mental effect from a crash. Severe trauma...
2 times a broken bone will likely require surgery after a crash
Broken bones are at the same time relatively serious injuries and also injuries that people assume will heal in a straightforward manner. Modern medicine has made broken bones more of an inconvenience than a dire medical concern, most of the time. In most cases,...
A look at traffic safety in the Oakland area
No matter where you live and drive, road safety helps you and your community stay safe. Motor vehicle accidents happen frequently, but knowledge can reduce your chances of falling victim to a serious crash. A close look at circumstances in and around Oakland reveals...
What are the deadliest roads in the Bay Area?
California has nearly 400,000 miles of highways crisscrossing the nation’s most populous state. Unfortunately, the Golden State is near the top for highway fatalities each year. In 2021, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) estimated that 4,258...