Traumatic brain injury is a serious public health problem but knowing a few facts can help protect yourself and your family. Possibly the most important thing that you need to know is that symptoms of a life-threatening brain injury can be delayed. The symptoms may not show up for hours or days after injury, then […]
Headlights in Weather
August 18, 2014 By
It’s easy to remember to use your headlights at night, but that is not the only time you should turn them on. Headlights are not just there so your can see there you are going in the dark, they also help other drivers see you, and that can prevent an accident in weather conditions that […]
School Safety: Walking and Biking
August 11, 2014 By
In an age where kids spend most of their time staring at a screen instead of playing outside, walking and biking to school can provide much needed physical activity. It may even improve your child’s academic performance. A 2012 Danish study found that kids who walked or rode their bicycles to school performed better on […]
Tips for Avoiding a Deer Accident
July 28, 2014 By
A collision with a deer can be deadly and/or painful. Just ask this teen, who was impaled by a deer while driving. Even if you are not seriously injured, your car can be so badly damaged that you are stranded on the side of the road. It is not uncommon for collisions with deer to […]
Bicycle Safety: Safety Gear
July 15, 2014 By
Safety gear that helps prevent a collision with a motor vehicle is much more effective than gear meant to protect you in the event of an accident. Helmets can help minimize the seriousness of brain and head injuries and should always be worn when biking, but they do not prevent accidents and their overall effectiveness […]
Pet Safety: Dogs Riding in the Back Seat
July 14, 2014 By
Just like your child, your dog should always ride in the back seat. It is the safest place in the vehicle for your dog, and it can help prevent an accident. When dogs ride in the front seat they can cause distractions, especially if they are prone to jump in your lap or into the […]
Bicycle Safety: Most Common Type of Collisions with Cars
July 13, 2014 By
Every time you ride your bike in traffic, you are taking your life in your own hands. That doesn’t mean you shouldn’t do it, but that you cannot rely on the law, the rules of the road, or your right-of-way to protect you from getting hit by a car. Here are some of the most […]
What Teens Say about Texting While Driving
July 7, 2014 By
Texting while driving (TWD) is now the leading cause of death for teen drivers, surpassing drunk driving and other forms of intoxication. A recent survey, conducted by Bridgestone Americas Teen Drive Smart, found that teens and young adults understand that TWD is dangerous, to the point that 70% of those surveyed have asked someone they […]
Who is at Fault in A Rear-End Car Accident?
June 23, 2014 By
Rear-end collisions are the most common type of auto accident. Evan a low-speed fender bender can cause painful and debilitating injuries that may not immediately surface. Of course, some rear-end crashes cause catastrophic or fatal injuries, and under the right circumstances, a rear-ender can turn into a multi-car pileup. A common assumption is that the […]
