Herniated disk complications
Though a herniated disk is usually a degenerative process, it can also happen due to acute trauma from a car accident. The force of impact can cause damage to the outer layer of the disk, and the inner layer may then leak out. This can put pressure on the spinal cord...
How can I pass a semi truck safely?
Any accident has the potential to be fatal, but if one of the vehicles involved is an 18-wheel semi truck, the chance for fatalities go up significantly. It is important that Alabama drivers understand how to avoid accidents with semi trucks. Driving safely means...
What should you do directly after a car crash?
When you first find yourself dealing with the consequences of a car accident, you may worry you have missed an important step. In order to prevent further injury or confusion, it is important to know what actions to take directly after a crash. Stay safe Many times,...
Trends of large truck crashes in the U.S.
For those driving in a regular car on Alabama roads, an 18-wheeler vehicle represents a concern due to its size and weight. Accidents between large trucks and passenger vehicles or motorcycles often result in serious injuries or fatalities to the driver of the smaller...
Signs of a reckless driver
When you are driving, you must focus only on that task. Being alert and aware can help you avoid accidents because you can constantly assess the roadway around you. One of the most favorable defenses you have against other drivers is to pay attention to how they are...
Cognitive distractions contribute to car crashes
Alabama drivers share the road with many other vehicles and people. Because of this, there is a high chance of drivers crashing. Many factors go into creating the risk for a crash. Today we will look into cognitive distractions in particular. These distractions are...
EMT killed in car and ambulance collision
Ambulances are supposed to save lives, not destroy them. Many in Alabama believe that an emergency response vehicle is likely one of the safest places on the road to be. However, ambulance drivers are not infallible. Likewise, they cannot always control the situations...
What can parents do to improve safety on the road?
While getting their driver’s license is a very exciting time for teenagers, it may be scarier for the parents, and for good reason. Teen drivers pose a high risk to themselves and others on the road, and parents can do their part to reduce serious and fatal...
Alabama ranks high nationally in drunk driving deaths
Motorists who drink and drive pose a serious threat to people across the nation, but those traveling Alabama’s roadways face an especially high risk of dying in an alcohol-involved car wreck. Research shows that Alabama sees more drunk driving deaths annually than...
Why is there a medical exam requirement for a CDL?
There is no doubt that one of the most dangerous vehicles on the road is an 18-wheeler. Its size and weight make it incredibly hazardous to other vehicles. Because of this, the requirements to get a commercial driver’s license are a bit more involved than those to get...
