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Driving while fatigued or exhausted is a dangerous choice. Motorists can fall asleep at the wheel if they are too tired to stay focused. They could also potentially make mistakes in judgment because of how fatigue affects cognitive processes. It may take a driver...
Car crashes can occur at any time with minimal warning. A drunk or distracted driver can pull out in front of someone on their way to work in the morning or when heading home with the children after afternoon basketball practice. Drivers should always be on the...
Rear-end accidents happen every day, and they can lead to severe injuries. It is important for drivers to know the risks and to understand what they can do to avoid these crashes. For the trailing car, there should always be a focus on driving safely. They should...
Airbags save lives. There’s no question that the number of fatal car accidents have decreased since airbags became standard safety equipment in modern vehicles – and they’ve also drastically decreased the severity of injuries in many wrecks. However, airbag deployment...
Drunk driving is a dangerous choice. Almost everyone in Tennessee is aware that it is illegal to drive after having too much to drink. Between driver education standards and public awareness campaigns, information about the hazards of drunk driving is widely...
Dog attacks and bites can be traumatic, especially for the young and vulnerable. While many dogs are gentle companions, others may have never learned to control their aggressive tendencies. Before interacting with an unfamiliar dog, pause and observe. Look for the...
Driving on the shoulder may seem like a harmless shortcut, but it's actually legally risky and physically dangerous. Most drivers give in to the temptation and use the shoulder when running late or stuck in traffic. However, shoulder driving is illegal in Tennessee,...
If you hit water on the highway, there’s a chance that you’re going to hydroplane. This can happen in even a small amount of standing water. It just has to be enough to break the contact between your wheels and the pavement. The faster your vehicle is moving, the...
Young adults usually look forward to the summer months with eager anticipation. High school and college students have a lengthy break from class during which they can socialize and enjoy a bit of freedom. They are old enough to drive, which means they can plan all...
Spinal cord injuries are a common result of motor vehicle accidents and victims and their loved ones may be forced to adjust to significant lifestyle changes as a result of this type of harm. For example, these life-altering injuries can lead to long-term...
