There are many types of injuries associated with car accidents. While the effects of whiplash are often minor, lasting effects can also occur. According to the Mayo Clinic, whiplash is a neck injury caused by rapid back-and-forth movement of the head. Some people...
Personal Injury
How can a spinal cord injury impact you?
After a car crash or other accident, you may notice some signs of spinal cord trauma. Sudden whiplash or a hard collision with another object can cause this kind of injury. For weeks or months afterwards, mental, emotional and physical problems often arise. Restricted...
Road rage and aggressive driving: What you should know
If you have been stuck in North Carolina traffic, you may have experienced feelings of anger while behind the wheel. Whether on your way to an important meeting or running late for an appointment, it is frustrating to get caught behind a slow driver. Road rage is not...
What are some potential complications from breaking my leg?
If you recently broke your leg in a car accident, you may feel worried about the potential complications. Existing medical conditions or the way your leg broke may contribute to certain complications. If you fail to follow the doctor’s orders, this may also increase...
Statistics on fog and traffic accidents
Whether you drive in the early morning hours or you need to drive during periods of inclement weather (such as snowfall and heavy rain), it is imperative to understand how poor visibility affects road safety. Even if you drive carefully during periods of poor...
Strategies to keep teenagers safe on the road
Teenagers may love the freedom they associate with getting their driver’s license, but they should also be aware that their age group is at high risk of car accidents. This puts them and other drivers in danger and results in injuries and even death. Fortunately,...
Distracted driving laws in North Carolina and Virginia
People who choose to drive drunk, exceed the speed limit, make rash lane changes or drive when tired put themselves and others at unnecessary risks. The same holds true for drivers who refuse to put down their mobile phones or other handheld electronic devices while...
What are some facts about large truck and bus accidents?
The United States has a lot of roadways. It also has a busy society with people driving a lot. There are also many large vehicles on the roads, including trucks and buses. Looking at facts about accidents involving large trucks and buses can help you to learn more...
Have you suffered a TBI after a crash?
Virginia residents who suffer a car crash might experience head trauma at the same time. Unfortunately, head injuries often take a long time to recover from. In some cases, the damages can last for months, years or even a lifetime. TBIs affect different people in...
Understanding the dangers posed by drowsy driving
The yawning, the eyelid heaviness, the brain fogginess. The effects of drowsiness may seem a minor inconvenience when a person must stay awake, or simply an indication that he or she should get some rest. For drivers, however, the effects of drowsiness may have...
