What Are the Types of Distractions on the Road?
In the U.S., nearly 3,000 people die every year due to distracted drivers. Another 400,000 suffer injuries in those accidents. Anything that takes your attention away from the road increases your chance of an accident.According to the CDC, there are three main types of distractions.Visual DistractionsVisual distractions are among the most dangerous. At 55...
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What are posterior cruciate ligament injuries?
As explained by the Mayo Clinic, the posterior cruciate ligament (PCL) connects the femur to the shinbone along with the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL). The PCL is often damaged in car accidents as the knee makes contact with the dashboard, which is why it is frequently referred to as a “dashboard injury”.Even minor injuries...
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Selfie culture may pose a danger to drivers and passengers
People on the road depend on the drivers around them to obey the law. Every person has an obligation to consider the safety of the vehicles that share the road, and that includes keeping cellphones and other distractions put away while behind the wheel. Not everyone does, of course.According to CBS News, car selfies...
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Seven things to do after a car crash
If you are in a car accident, it is common to feel confused and a bit shaky. In this state, it can be hard to know what the proper steps are.Even if you are in a minor fender bender, there are certain things you should do to ensure your insurance covers your claim and...
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