Side impact car crashes can have a devastating effect on drivers and passengers in a car. In general, they have the highest potential to cause serious injury to those involved in comparison to any other type of car accident. If you or a loved one has been involved in a side impact car accident, it is important that you...
Continue ReadingThe authors of a report published by the Governors Highway Safety Association (GHSA) on July 16 sought to better understand how likely motorcyclists are to wear safety gear when operating their bikes. They initiated this study after determining that that high-visibility clothing makes it more likely that motorists will see them and thus less likely that they’ll die in a crash....
Continue ReadingMany car and truck drivers have never even ridden on a motorcycle, much less driven one on their own. This can lead to misunderstandings and mistakes on the highway, and these can turn into deadly accidents. To help prevent this, here are four things that drivers should always try to remember about motorcycles: Riders do not always use their...
Continue ReadingPart of the reason that the roads remain so dangerous in the United States is that drivers simply have bad habits, things that they do repeatedly to put themselves and others at risk. When they do this without causing an accident, it just reinforces this idea that it is somehow safe, and that makes it more likely for the...
Continue ReadingBullying effects on children have gained significant attention in recent years. One reason is that more victims are experiencing severe consequences, such as substance abuse, mental health struggles, and in some cases, suicide. Understanding these effects can help parents take steps to protect their children and address problems early. Mental and Physical Health Impacts Research shows that children who...
Continue ReadingIn theory, you should feel incredibly safe every time you walk across the street in a crosswalk. That walking symbol tells you that you have the right of way. Cars stop and wait for you. Other pedestrians cross in a safe, controlled manner. When everyone is out of the way, the signs change and cars start moving through the...
Continue ReadingCar Crashes Are the Leading Cause of Death for Children According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), car crashes rank as the leading cause of death for children. They also represent one of the most preventable causes of child fatalities. Proper restraints and seat belt use save lives. Young Children Face the Highest Risk in Crashes...
Continue ReadingImagine you were driving to pick up your child from school one afternoon, but you never arrived. Instead, you got sideswiped by a semi truck. Fortunately, emergency responders arrived quickly on scene and transported you to the hospital. You were lucky to survive with a broken leg and a broken arm. However, your medical bills are exorbitant. On top...
Continue ReadingWaco Man Sentenced to Prison After Fatal Drunk Driving Crash A 23-year-old man who caused a deadly crash in Waco earlier this year pleaded guilty on October 14 to aggravated assault with a deadly weapon and intoxication manslaughter. The court sentenced him to 20 years in prison for the dangerous decisions that led to the deaths of two people....
Continue ReadingYour motorcycle helmet is your best line of defense against suffering a fatal injury in the event of a collision. For this reason, the selection of your helmet should be taken very seriously. Here is some advice that all motorcyclists should follow pertaining to their helmets. Don’t let your friends borrow your helmet. The memory foam inside most helmets is designed to...
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