Driving is an everyday activity for most of us, but it is important to know that certain times pose a higher risk of getting involved in an accident. Whether because of increased traffic, weather or human factors, knowing the most dangerous times and circumstances for...
Car Accidents
How can a malfunctioning seat belt be fatal?
Seat belts are one of the most important safety equipment inside vehicles; millions of people depend on them daily. This type of equipment has a dramatic impact on a person’s chances of survival in an accident. A malfunctioning seat belt can put drivers and passengers...
Understanding the dangers of defective car seats
Car seats exist to keep babies, toddlers and children safe during a car crash. However, in certain instances, they do not work as they are supposed to due to a defect or flaw in the product. An improperly manufactured car seat can be ineffective and extremely...
How to handle chronic back pain after a car accident
Car accidents frequently cause immediate and lasting physical damage. In a car accident, you might suffer from chronic back pain, a common lingering injury. Back pain after a car accident is so common that Forbes rates it in the top five most common injuries after an...
Birmingham targets “exhibition driving” as significant threat to road safety
In the last year, many local residents have noticed a significant increase in erratic behaviors while commuting through the city. Reckless drivers are engaging in a dangerous new activity known as exhibition driving, which has caused a great deal of concern for local...
How can I keep my teenager safe from reckless drivers?
Our children go through many milestones as they age. They take their first steps, learn to ride a bicycle, and start driving. Little may be as stressful as that last one. Teaching our children to drive is an important life skill but also a dangerous one. The potential...
3 tips for avoiding a drowsy driving wreck
We all have trouble sleeping from time to time. But you might not realize that a sleepless night can affect your ability to drive similarly to a night of drinking alcohol. Just like beer, wine and liquor, lack of sleep can affect a driver's reaction times, awareness...
Should someone charged with DUI get to drive without an ignition interlock?
In Alabama, you are presumed innocent until proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt. But this refers only to criminal law, not civil matters like your driving privileges. For example, someone charged with drunk driving who is participating in an Alabama court's...
Government report finds traffic fatalities a “national crisis”
Media report after media report has discussed the dangers of the roadways after the pandemic. Researchers and reporters reviewed the data, analyzing the reasons behind the spike in accidents and finding drivers took the roads traveling too fast and too often choosing...
Most common injuries stemming from car accidents
Car accidents are common and unfortunately can cause serious injuries to the body. Some injuries are more serious than others and require specialized, long-term care. Some of these can be life-threatening. Other injuries are less serious and require shorter-term...
