Truck accidents are exceptionally deadly due to the size, weight and speed of trucks in comparison to smaller vehicles on the road. Semi-trucks can weigh anywhere from 10,000 to 80,000 pounds depending on the load size, and their average speed is usually in excess of 40 mph. Being hit by a semi-truck usually leads to… read more
Visibility has always been a serious issue for motorcyclists, and lack of visibility causes a fair share of accidents and fatalities. Recently, there have been some new ideas and innovations put forward that are going to attempt to fix the problem. One man’s motorcycle accident turned into a $100,000 idea when he started a company,… read more
Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) have gained national attention in a recent controversy surrounding national, college and high school football. Football players are sustaining alarming levels of concussions, and the results can be permanent. It was recently found that a large number of football players have a brain disease known as chronic-traumatic encephalopathy (CTE), which can… read more
Several organizations and non-profits exist to promote and educate the public on motorcycle safety. One very reputable organization, the Motorcycle Safety Foundation (MSF), offers training and classes that can be taken in many places across the country. In addition to offering classes, the Motorcycle Safety Foundation’s Board of Trustees is composed of several executives affiliated… read more
Colorado became the first state in U.S. history to legalize cannabis, and since its inception into state law, some critics have argued that stoned driving will lead to more car accidents. One unfortunate 23-year-old Colorado man may end up becoming a stoned driving statistic after he slammed into the back of a police cruiser and… read more
Motorcycles are a fun, fast and stylish way to arrive at your destination, but they offer very little protection against potential accidents. Being prepared for the worst can be accomplished by educating yourself on how to reduce the odds of an accident in the first place, but having insurance options will further hedge against a… read more
In early November, two motorists died when a semi-truck driver struck them as they were pulled over to the side of the highway. Changing a flat tire or pulling over on the side of a highway can be a risky endeavor for some motorists, and that is why Colorado safety officials are asking motorists to… read more
Potential risks and obstacles can materialize for motorcycle riders and give little to no warning until it is too late. Highway construction zones, traffic jams and poor weather can cause motorcycle accidents, and that is why it is important to be prepared and aware of what dangers lay ahead. Work zone obstacles can mean uneven… read more
Hundreds of thousands of Americans will enter emergency rooms this year to receive treatment for a traumatic brain injury. Concussions, or mild traumatic brain injuries (TBIs), are the most common TBI seen by health care providers. Even mild traumatic brain injuries, if sustained repeatedly, are capable of causing long-term mental health problems and cognitive deficits.… read more
Motorcycle accidents occur frequently, because other drivers are not paying careful enough attention to what is happening around them. Failure to see someone on a motorcycle is a top contributor to accidents, but accidents of this nature may soon cease to exist. New technology will make cars smarter and more aware of surroundings, and that… read more
