One of the worst non-fatal consequences of a motor vehicle accident is suffering spinal damage, including partial or complete paralysis. The spinal column is such an important yet vulnerable part of our bodies that any damage to it could greatly and permanently impair...
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How to combat distractions built into your car
Among the advanced features that allow you to connect your phone to your car and buttons that control the windows in your car, there is lots to play around with as you drive. Although, these buttons might seem inviting or multitasking behind the wheel might seem...
What to do if your vehicle is hydroplaning
Most motorists don't think twice when they encounter a little rain on the roadways. However, if you've ever felt your car lose control for a split second or longer while driving on a wet road, you know just how dangerous rainfall can be to vehicles. Hydroplaning...
Late-summer floods create hazardous road conditions
As the long summer days grow shorter, seasonal storms come to Georgia. These massive, often tropical, storm systems wreak havoc on Georgia’s coastal cities and reach farther inland. Heavy rains affect roadways as far west as Atlanta, Rome and Cedartown, creating...
What if I’m hit by an uninsured driver?
Being involved in an auto accident is unsettling and frustrating. However, you can feel even more upset if an uninsured driver hits you. If you receive injuries in the crash, what are you supposed to do? Who will cover the costs of your injuries, as well as pay for...
The link between construction zones and road deaths
No one likes to encounter road construction during their travels, but statistics show that doing so may be more than just annoying. The number of lives lost in U.S. work zones is on the rise, suggesting that in addition to being a nuisance, construction zones are...
Rural vs. Urban accidents
Car accidents can happen anywhere at any time. Even though accidents can happen anywhere, the chances of an accident happening differ based on where the driver is. Knowing the differences and their dangers can be a powerful tool in avoiding car accidents or deaths. In...
Do pedestrian detection systems work?
Walking has become one of the most popular forms of exercise for many people today. Whether a means of getting the dog out, a way to connect with neighbors or just providing the opportunity to move and enjoy some fresh air, walking is touted as contributing to better...
Motorcycle passengers face higher head injury risks than drivers
Riding a motorcycle brings with it undeniable risks, but it may surprise you to know that the risk of suffering traumatic brain injuries is higher among motorcycle passengers than it is drivers. Traumatic brain injuries are the most common type of injury suffered in...
How to avoid drowsy driving
Most drivers are aware of the risks associated with driving while drunk or while texting, but they might not realize many of the same dangers occur if they’re driving while drowsy as well. Drowsy driving is usually the result of a lack of sleep but can also happen due...
