Few incidents are as jarring and potentially catastrophic as T-bone accidents. Research shows that side-impact car crashes contributed to 23% of 2020’s vehicle occupant deaths. These collisions, named for the shape they resemble when viewed from above, involve the...
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Month: August 2023
The oversized pickup epidemic and its impact on safety
It’s very clear that pickup trucks are getting larger. Much of this is measurable. If you compare the size of a standard pickup today to one from 10 years ago, there’s been a notable change. If you compare a pickup from 2023 to one from 1950, you’ll see an even...
What is dooring and how do you prevent it?
People may be more likely to suffer severe and fatal injuries in an accident while riding a bike than driving a car. This happens because drivers in minor accidents are often cushioned by airbags and secured to their seats. However, cyclists don’t have such protective...
5 bad driving habits that lead to accidents
Many drivers would say that they’re safe and responsible if asked. Some drivers may even say they’re better now than they were when they first earned their licenses. While many drivers were once safe, people can develop bad habits that increase the chance of auto...
3 major financial losses generated by traumatic brain injuries
There are many different ways that people can get hurt in car crashes. The violence of a collision can easily break bones, cause internal injuries or even damage someone's spinal cord. Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) are also common after a car crash. The violent...
Why you may need a personal injury attorney
Louisiana residents often feel scared and uncertain after they have sustained injuries in an auto accident or another mishap. Dealing with injuries can be highly emotional, with victims potentially making the wrong decisions. A better route IS TO ENLIST a third party,...
Do “loud pipes” really save lives?
If you spend any time at all among motorcycle enthusiasts, one thing you’re bound to hear is that “loud pipes save lives.” Unfortunately, that’s a total myth. Loud motorcycle exhaust pipes may annoy your neighbors, but they don’t do a thing to improve your safety....
How trucking companies contribute to accidents
The driver may be the first party to blame in a truck accident. However, depending on the circumstances of the accident, their employer may be liable. Some trucking companies make mistakes that cause crashes. Below are four common mistakes by trucking companies that...
How could a simple route change increase your safety?
Pick a route you drive all the time, such as the one you take to work or to visit your mom. Now think through it (with the aid of a map if need be) and count how many left turns you make and how many rights you take. If you want to make that journey safer, you can...