Your ability to hear sounds clearly may be something you take for granted. Still, from your job to your hobbies, you use your ears for virtually everything you do. If you suddenly cannot hear well, your quality of life is likely to suffer immeasurably. Car accidents...
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Why is texting while driving so dangerous?
Of the many types of dangerous distracted driving behaviors out there, texting while driving often gets a reputation for being one of the riskiest. But where does this reputation come from? And is it deserved? Unfortunately, in the case of the latter question, many...
Drowsy driving and its often devastating aftermath
Busy and demanding work schedules cause many motorists to sleep fewer hours than they need. The result of inadequate sleep, driving while drowsy, could lead to severe car accidents. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration notes that drowsy driving...
How to stay safe while driving at night
While you may feel familiar and comfortable navigating the roadways at night, there are hidden dangers you may not know about. With winter’s shorter days, you may spend more hours driving at night, which may increase your risk of a serious accident. According to the...
What is a peripheral nerve injury?
If you are in a car accident, you must immediately check yourself for signs of physical injury. Regrettably, though, some injury symptoms may not appear until well after an accident happens. By going to the emergency room for a full medical evaluation, you reduce your...
How does BAC affect a person’s driving?
Blood alcohol concentration (BAC) is one-way law enforcement determines who is too drunk to get behind the wheel. BAC also indicates a person's level of inebriation, which directly correlates to how much control they have over their vehicle. According to the Centers...
Receiving workers’ comp benefits after a job-related auto injury
If you have experienced a motor vehicle injury while driving on the job, you may be eligible for workers’ compensation benefits through your company’s insurance provider. In Louisiana, most businesses must carry this type of insurance coverage. Workers’ comp benefits...
What are some unique factors in motorcycle crashes?
While drivers often discuss the sources of car and truck accidents, the factors that lead to motorcycle crashes may go unnoticed. Whether it is on a back road or a highway, many unique factors make these vehicles less protected and more at risk for accidents. Vehicle...
What should I know about lost earning capacity?
A car accident injury can seriously upend your life. Hopefully, your doctors have told you that you can make a full recovery, but some injuries can inflict lifelong health issues, including a permanent disability. This may factor into your personal injury case as you...
Trucker alcohol, drug abuse violations increasing
In 2020, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration enacted a Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse, which is a database that tracks trucker drug and alcohol infractions. The point of the clearinghouse is to help identify truck drivers who drive under the influence and...