Driving alongside large trucks and buses requires special attention to safety. These massive vehicles have unique operating characteristics that demand extra caution from other drivers. Following simple guidelines can significantly reduce the risk of truck accidents...
Motor Vehicle Accidents
The different degrees of burn injuries
Burn injuries are notoriously painful and they carry a high risk of infections. However, not all burns are equal -- and some are much more severe than others. Burns are classified on a scale containing four categories. Here are the four degrees of burn injuries. ...
Common issues with accidents in parking lots
Parking lots may seem like simple spaces where vehicles come and go, but they're often more hazardous than you might think. They can be hotspots for accidents and injuries. Drivers must be conscientious to avoid crashes or slamming into pedestrians in parking lots....
Social host liability for underage drunk drivers in Connecticut
When you’ve been involved in a wreck with a drunk driver, it’s only natural to be angry and frustrated. You’re anger and frustration may be compounded, however, if you find out that the person who hit you shouldn’t have even had access to the alcohol in their system...
Is overconfidence in automation causing car wrecks?
Semi-automated vehicles are all the rage, whether they’re made by Tesla, Nissan or Cadillac or some other manufacturer – but the hype surrounding “self-driving” cars seems to have made drivers a wee bit too complacent for anybody’s good. Studies indicate that the more...
How do right-of-way violations cause road accidents?
In today's bustling world, traffic safety has become a paramount concern. One of the leading causes of road accidents is right-of-way violations. Right-of-way refers to the legal privilege granted to certain road users, indicating their priority to proceed in specific...
4 things to know about spinal cord injuries
As someone navigating the complex world of spinal cord injuries (SCIs), you are undoubtedly faced with challenges. The landscape may seem overwhelming, yet it is navigable with the right information. One of the most important things you should do as quickly as...
How to know whether a crash settlement is sufficient
Car insurance protects essentially everyone who is at risk of being injured in a wreck. As long as the driver at fault for the crash has coverage, you can file a claim for the cost to repair your vehicle and any injuries that you suffered because of the crash. Car...
Do gender biases in the car industry put women at risk?
Would it surprise you to learn that the vast majority of those injured or killed in car wrecks on American roads are men? Maybe you have some strong opinions about whether women or men make better drivers, and maybe you don’t – but the studies are clear: Men are far...
Remember these 3 points when driving at night
Being able to drive in a variety of conditions opens up a new world of possibilities for drivers. Being able to drive safely at night is an important skill to have because you never know when you’ll need to leave while it’s dark. Before you leave at night, make sure...