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Most drivers know it’s very irresponsible to operate a motor vehicle while under the influence of drugs or alcohol. These substances impair one’s ability to control a vehicle, remain alert, make wise decisions on the road, and more. However, we sometimes place so much emphasis on spreading the word about the dangers of drunk driving that we forget to highlight the dangers of another very risky behavior: drowsy driving. Research from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention indicates that lack of rest can impair a person’s ability to operate

Various factors can potentially influence the severity of the injuries victims may sustain in a motor vehicle or pedestrian accident. The type and size of the vehicles involved in the collision are one of the most significant factors. A recent study in the Journal of Safety Research confirms this. According to the study, “Effects of large vehicles on pedestrian and pedal-cyclist injury severity,” children who are struck by SUVs are eight times more likely to lose their lives than children who are struck by smaller passenger cars. Additionally, although pickup trucks were only involved

Dogs can make for wonderful pets. However, some dogs are aggressive and may bite you if they perceive you to be a threat. The severity of the injuries you could sustain when a dog bites you will vary depending on numerous factors, such as a dog’s size, breed, etc. It’s always wise to see a doctor after being bitten by a dog. This is true even if a bite was seemingly harmless. Although you may not notice any signs of injury, it’s possible for a dog bite to cause an

A slip and fall accident can result in serious injuries. It is not uncommon for the victims of slip and fall accidents to be left with costly medical bills. In some instances, slip and fall accidents can even result in injuries that deprive victims of their ability to work. While this may only be a temporary setback, until a victim can return to their job, they may be unable to earn a living. Slip and fall accidents often occur because property owners or managers are negligent. If you have been

Any responsible motorist knows not to drink and drive. Still, even careful drivers can be harmed in accidents resulting from drunk driving when they are sharing the road with motorists who choose to get behind the wheel when they have too much alcohol in their systems.  There are certain steps you can take to avoid being injured in a motor vehicle accident involving a drunk driver. They include the following: Recognize the Signs of Drunk Driving Be on the lookout for behaviors that indicate someone is intoxicated when observing other

Various types of accidents can potentially result in concussions. Some of these accidents may befall you because someone else was negligent. For example, perhaps you’re at a store and an item falls to the ground. Neither management nor any of the store’s employees monitor the premises actively for such hazards, so no one spots this hazard and removes it in a timely manner. As a result, you turn a corner and trip over the object, striking your head and suffering a concussion. In this scenario, you could theoretically file a premises