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September 18-24 was Child Passenger Safety Week. We take this opportunity to answer questions about the safety of pregnant mothers while driving or riding as passengers in a car. Most people recognize that seat belts are important when it comes to protecting adults, children, and infants in the event of an accident. However, pregnant women often ask whether …
An orbital blowout fracture occurs when the floor of the orbit is fractured and loses its shape. When this happens, the patient’s eye area becomes disfigured, the eye cannot move properly, or may even sink into the skull or orbit. Orbital blowout fractures are among the most serious injuries a person can suffer in a car …
This report revealed that the U.S. still has the worst rate of car accident fatalities compared to 19 other high-income nations. Since the turn of this century, the rate of car accident fatalities has been on a decline in the United States. This trend can be attributed to the various safety initiatives including improved safety …
Cognitive distraction can be defined as any form of distraction that affects a person’s mental processing. It occurs when the driver’s mind wanders. According to the Center for Disease Control (CDC), distracted driving involves engaging in an activity that takes your attention away from the primary task of driving. In 2013, as many as 3,154 people were killed …
Parents of teen drivers often experience stress and angst – How safe is my teen on the road? Is my teen driving responsibly? The worry is justified. Automobile accidents are one of the leading causes of teenage deaths. There has been an increase in efforts from the government as well as automobile manufacturers to reduce the number of teen deaths caused by car accidents. …
It is essential to gather all available evidence when proving a negligent driver has caused you injury. We are communicating with friends and family, staying connected with work, and giving attention to physical fitness while being on the go. Apps such as Fitbit, Strava, and MapMyRide have the ability to accurately track a person’s movements. They monitor location, time, and speed of …