Recent Blog Posts
What is Defensive Driving?
You may have heard the term “defensive driving” but what exactly does it mean and why do we have to get so defensive when we’re behind the wheel? Defensive driving is all about being aware. It means being aware of your surroundings and anticipating the actions of others. You cannot trust other drivers to… Read More »
Driver Assistance Technologies
Technology has come a long way in the past few decades. It has even revolutionized the auto industry, pretty much turning vehicles into computers. This has allowed for many options to help motorists drive safely. Since most car accidents are caused by human error, driver assistance technologies are huge game-changers. They make driving safer… Read More »
Why is Drinking and Driving So Dangerous?
Drunk driving is against the law. It’s also dangerous, causing many fatal accidents. In Texas alone, someone is hurt or killed every 20 minutes because of a drunk driver. This rate is among the highest in the United States. Motorists know that drunk driving is illegal, but they don’t always seem to understand that… Read More »
Burns From Car Accidents
Car accidents are often minor but some can be serious events resulting in a wide range of injuries. While broken bones and whiplash are common, car accident victims can also suffer burns. The impact of a crash can cause a fire, and contact can cause a third-degree burn. Without a fire, the impact of… Read More »
Semi Trucks and Jackknifing
Truck accidents can happen in a number of ways and result in a number of outcomes. One of the most common types of truck accidents involves a jackknife. Trucks jackknife when the front vehicle skids but the trailer attached to the truck does not stop. This causes the trailer to push the front of… Read More »
Long-Term Effects of Concussions
Car accidents can cause serious injuries. In an instant, the impact of a crash could cause you to be thrown around a vehicle. You could hit your knees on the dashboard or suffer whiplash. Some people hit their heads on dashboards, steering wheels, and windows, causing serious injuries such as concussions. A concussion is… Read More »
What to Know About Highway Accidents
A car accident can happen at any time, but they can be particularly scary when they occur on the highway. Highways are often jam-packed with cars, trucks, and motorcycles traveling at speeds exceeding 65 miles per hour. Due to the high speeds involved, an accident can be serious, life-threatening, and even fatal. You may… Read More »
Driving With an Older Driver
People are living longer nowadays, which means the number of seniors (those over age 65) is the highest it has ever been. While this is great in many ways, it’s also concerning because senses tend to decrease as we age. People are not able to see or hear as well. Mobility is also an… Read More »
Driving While Under the Influence of Prescription Drugs
When people think of driving under the influence, they tend to think of alcohol use. However, intoxication can also come about in the form of using drugs – even prescription drugs. Even if the drugs you are using are legal, you could still become “buzzed.” You may notice that some medications warm you not… Read More »
Hitting a Curb: Accidents and Damage
Most of us have accidentally hit a curb while driving. You might have run your tires into a street curb or the edge of a sidewalk while turning or parking. It may seem minimal, but it’s often not. Hitting a curb is no minor event. You can actually be quite damaging. You could suffer… Read More »
