Being careful and attentive while driving can mitigate the risk of most types of crashes, but a rear-end collision can occur at any time due to another driver's negligence. The unfortunate truth about rear-end crashes is that many of them amount to more than a simple...
Personal Injury
How do crush injuries impact victims?
Crush injuries occur when a hard, heavy and/or large object crushes and impacts the body in some way for any period of time. These injuries almost always have a devastating physical effect on the sufferer. Victims could end up dealing with the repercussions for years...
The impact of distracted driving on motorist safety
Distracted driving is a problem all across the United States and an issue that endangers the lives of Texas motorists too. Even one person's decision to momentarily look away from the wheel can trigger a chain reaction that drastically changes the lives of many...
How can you optimize recovery from a TBI?
Sustaining a traumatic brain injury can complicate your life in numerous ways. You might lose mobility, have difficulty communicating and even need to learn to eat again. The extent to which you recover depends heavily on how immediately you receive critical care, the...
What are some safety tips for driving alongside trucks?
Taking a trip is often a fun and exciting time. However, when you pass by a truck, you may begin to notice some issues that come with sharing the road with a larger vehicle. Staying safe includes preparing for and taking steps to drive defensively while on the road....
Taking a look at data on pedestrian accidents
Whether you encounter a pedestrian while driving a vehicle or you frequently walk near traffic, it is very important to have a clear understanding of various risk factors connected to pedestrian accidents. In addition, it is helpful to take a look at data on...
What is a crush injury?
Crush injuries often result in serious complications, life-long recovery periods and potentially permanent changes both to a victim's lifestyle and to their body. No matter how a crush injury happens, immediate treatment should follow as soon as possible, as this is...
Over 100 insurance companies sue ERCOT for winter storm outages
Over 100 insurance companies are suing the Electric Reliability Council of Texas and 37 power generating entities. The companies allege that the defendants' negligent actions led to billions of dollars in property damage and hundreds of deaths. However, multiple legal...
An employer’s responsibility to provide a safe work environment
It does not matter which industry one works in; an employee has the right to work in an environment that is safe. Although employees have their own responsibilities when it comes to reporting unsafe conditions, employers have the ultimate responsibility of providing a...
How to safely share the road with large trucks
Driving in the vicinity of semi-trucks and other large vehicles is dangerous. The size and weight of these vehicles are often 20 to 30 times as much as smaller vehicles. Because of their size, trucks need more room for braking and turning. Understanding how to drive...