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Aug 26, 2020 | By Michael Zimmerman | Read Time: < 1 minute | Motorcycle Accidents

Motorists should always remain vigilant for motorcyclists

TxDOT Launches “Look Twice for Motorcycles” Safety Campaign Late last month, the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) marked National Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month by launching its “Look Twice for Motorcycles” initiative. The campaign urges drivers to actively watch for motorcyclists and share the road responsibly. TxDOT hopes this effort will reduce serious motorcycle crashes across Texas. Motorcycle Crash Statistics...

Aug 26, 2020 | By Michael Zimmerman | Read Time: 2 minutes | Truck Accidents

Do trucker’s logbooks make them less prone to accidents?

Truck driving can be very rewarding for many people because it allows them to enjoy the freedom of being on the road. Truckers operate in a highly regulated industry, though. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) requires truckers to keep a detailed recording of the hours they work in the form of a designated U.S. Department of Transportation...

Aug 25, 2020 | By Michael Zimmerman | Read Time: 2 minutes | Car Accidents

How do side impact car accidents affect the human body?

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...

Aug 25, 2020 | By Michael Zimmerman | Read Time: 2 minutes | Motorcycle Accidents

Take action to make yourself more visible as a motorcyclist

The 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....

Aug 25, 2020 | By Michael Zimmerman | Read Time: < 1 minute | Motorcycle Accidents

4 things car drivers should remember about motorcycles

Many 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...

Aug 25, 2020 | By Michael Zimmerman | Read Time: < 1 minute | Car Accidents

8 dangerous habits that many drivers exhibit

Part 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...

Aug 25, 2020 | By Michael Zimmerman | Read Time: < 1 minute | Child Injury

Children who are bullied may be scarred for the long-term

Bullying 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...

Aug 25, 2020 | By Michael Zimmerman | Read Time: 2 minutes | Injuries

For pedestrians, intersections pose a high risk

In 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...

Aug 25, 2020 | By Michael Zimmerman | Read Time: 2 minutes | Car Accidents

What damages can I pursue in my car accident case?

Imagine 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...

Aug 25, 2020 | By Michael Zimmerman | Read Time: 2 minutes | Car Accidents

Intoxicated motorist is convicted in fatal Waco crash

Waco 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....