Hours of service (HOS) regulations are used to enhance the safety of the trucking industry. They are limits on how long drivers can work without a rest (and overall) within a given time period. All drivers are obligated to follow these rules, although there are slight...
Year: 2023
Music is especially distracting for teen drivers
There are many driving distractions that people face every day. Texting and driving is certainly the most famous and well-known. But there are minor distractions that can be just as problematic. For some people, the main distraction is music. Music has been shown to...
Can airbags cause injuries?
The majority of modern vehicles are outfitted with airbags. The idea behind this safety technology is the protection of both drivers and passengers from the impact caused by collisions. Airbags have been shown to prevent fatalities, but that doesn’t mean they are...
3 tips for boat dock safety
People who are going out for a day on the lake might be so focused on having fun that they forget about safety. From the start of the day through the time you get home, you should remember that safety is a priority. Remember these three safety tips before you head...
Why wearing a seatbelt can be important to your personal injury case
When someone hits you from behind because they weren’t paying attention to the road or sideswipes you because they ran a stoplight, you have every reason to say they’re responsible for the wreck and ask for fair compensation for your losses. So, why is the other party...
3 reasons why you should not admit fault after a car crash
Admitting to a degree of responsibility after an accident is among the most common blunders people make. Some do so thinking it will expedite the claims process, while others admit fault unknowingly through implicating statements. Either way, admitting to fault can...
How auto safety technology has changed
Automobile safety technology has massively changed over the years. This has led to people saying that new cars are the safest ones that have ever been on the market, and many of the accident statistics bear this out. For instance, even though fatal accident rates are...
How much is my car accident case worth?
There will be a lot of personal losses and significant costs in the aftermath of a car crash. When you get hurt, the total financial impact of the collision increases dramatically. Often, insurance isn't adequate to cover the numerous expenses that result from a car...
3 things to know about spinal cord injuries
Motor vehicle crashes and other incidents can lead to catastrophic injuries. One of these is a spinal cord injury. Damage to the spinal cord can affect several systems in the human body. When a person has a spinal cord injury, they need to get immediate medical care....