In a world of GPS and self-driving cars, automation is becoming a larger part of our lives every day. Add that to the numerous ways we can become distracted, and we see how easy it is to forget the shared responsibilities of the road. A relaxing drive on Virginia...
Month: May 2020
Do these things directly following a car accident
A car collision can be as minor as causing a schedule delay or ruining an afternoon, or as serious as experiencing permanent injury and death. Around six million accidents happen in the US annually, with half of them resulting in injuries. Because of the sensitive...
How sleep plays a role in healing a brain injury
Brain injuries, including concussions, are common after car accidents, and the recovery process is often long and tedious. It’s imperative that you’re getting the rest that you need so that your brain can heal. A small study found that there is a direct correlation...
Commercial trucks still pose a danger to other vehicles
Recent months have seen a noticeable drop in traffic on roads and highways. However, while many businesses have temporarily shuttered or have transitioned to virtual offices, the nation’s trucking companies are still out in full force. It’s important to be aware that...
4 Steps you should never skip after a car accident
Most people are familiar with the basic protocols they should follow if they’re involved in a car accident. However, when the time actually comes to put these practices into action, it can be all too easy to forget critical steps in the heat of the moment. Fender...
What to do after a workplace dog bite
The stereotype that all dogs hate delivery workers may come from a place of humor in movies and television, but there is truth to it. When a dog sees a stranger on their property, there is no telling how they may react to this new person. Delivery workers need to...
Here’s what to do to avoid a wrong-way driver
Of all the ways motor vehicles can crash into each other on the highway, a head-on collision is probably the deadliest. The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) estimates that head-on crashes have a fatality rate 12-27% higher than all other types of...