If you have asthma, you know how downright scary the condition can be. After all, asthma causes your lungs to produce excessive amounts of mucus while constricting already narrow airways, making it impossible to breathe. If you do not receive immediate medication for...
Motor Vehicle Accidents
The 5 things to do after a car accident in Missouri
If you are in a car accident in Missouri it is important that you know what to do. Missouri is an at-fault state, meaning that authorities will assign blame. The party at fault will be financially responsible for the results of the accident, including medical bills....
Are distracted drivers becoming more common?
Because driving is comparatively easy for most adults to do, motorists sometimes do not devote enough attention to doing it safely. Distracted driving is a deadly serious problem, though. In fact, according to the Zebra, it kills approximately eight Americans every...
Rear-end crashes and visual, manual and cognitive distractions
Millions of rear-end collisions occur every year across the country and although most appear to be minor crashes, they can cause significant injuries. There are various reasons for such collisions, but the main cause is that the negligent driver was preoccupied with...
The issue with distracted driving by teens and how to reduce it
Teenage drivers are at a higher risk of getting into a car accident than any other age group. There are various factors involved in crashes, and distracted driving is one of them. There are many examples of distracted driving, and they are even more dangerous for...
Avoid these mistakes after a car accident
Motor vehicle accidents are traumatic experiences. Immediately after the crash, many people do not think clearly and make mistakes. Unfortunately, many people lose out on the insurance payouts they deserve because they do or say the wrong thing. However, even if you...
3 ways traveling with pets can cause distracted driving
While you may already know that texting, making phone calls and reading digital maps can all contribute to car accidents, it may surprise you to discover that traveling with your pets also contributes to such incidents. A 2019 poll by the car manufacturer Volvo...
How safe are touchscreen infotainment systems?
If you have shopped for a new car, truck or SUV recently, you have undoubtedly seen more than your fair share of large touchscreens. The screens appeal to buyers, as they have a futuristic and sleek look to them. Moreover, infotainment touchscreens allow you to access...
5 signs your car accident brought on PTSD
In just a few seconds, a car accident can turn your life upside down. Whether the sounds of crashing metal, the pain of serious injuries or the sights of blood and damage, car accidents are both physically and emotionally traumatic. Both serious and minor car...
What are some distractions that cause truck drivers to crash?
Whether you are driving on an open road on a sunny day or stuck between lanes of traffic, the trucks around you should always give you the proper following distance. When you begin to notice unsafe driving habits from truck drivers, you may not know the reasons why....