Amputation refers to the surgical removal of a limb or part of a limb, typically performed when it is no longer viable or necessary due to medical conditions. It may be necessitated by injuries from accidents or other conditions that cause irreversible damage. If you...
Year: 2024
What happens if medical emergencies cause an accident?
Car accidents caused by sudden medical emergencies arise when a driver experiences a sudden, unforeseen medical event, such as a heart attack, seizure or loss of consciousness. As a result, it causes them to lose control of their vehicle. While tragic, these incidents...
Are Repair Costs for Older Model Cars Covered Differently?
Older model cars often mean a lot to their owners. However, insuring these cars can be challenging. Knowing how insurance companies deal with repair costs for these vehicles is important. This helps you balance the sentimental value of your car with the financial...
Why are intersections so dangerous for motorcycles?
Riding a motorcycle is generally more dangerous than traveling in an enclosed motor vehicle. Motorcycles offer less protection from injury in the event of a crash. They can also be more difficult to control when winds are high or the rain roads are wet. Motorcycle...
How can you stay safe at intersections?
When you look at fatal accident statistics, it becomes clear that intersections are very dangerous. This is where 50% of serious car crashes occur. Of all the annual accidents resulting in injuries or fatalities, over half of them are at intersections. You likely...
Are large dogs more or less dangerous?
Dogs are the most common pets in the United States, so even non-dog owners are bound to encounter them on a fairly regular basis. Unfortunately, some of these encounters are going to lead to attacks and injuries. Many people assume that larger dogs are more dangerous....
How music affects driving performance
Different factors affect the performance of drivers, one of them being listening to music. Several studies have been conducted in the country and beyond to show how music distracts drivers. Here is how this happens: Cognitive distraction Listening to music requires...
5 common causes of semi-truck accidents
Semi-truck crashes are some of the most severe collisions that regularly occur. When massive commercial trucks collide with passenger vehicles, the smaller vehicles and their occupants often bear the brunt of the crash. While it is necessary for commercial drivers to...
Can the police search my car?
If you are pulled over for a traffic stop, law enforcement may ask to search your vehicle. A vehicle search is often done if the police believe they can obtain incriminating evidence, such as open bottles of alcohol, illegal drugs or weapons. This evidence could be...
Left-turn motorcycle accidents are a top hazard for riders
Motorcycle riders face many hazards on the road. Everything from weather conditions to road conditions to mistakes made by other drivers could cause an accident. Some of these accidents are relatively minor, such as when a biker low-sides around a corner and slides...