Spinal cord injury (SCI) costs are staggering. Depending on the severity and location of the injury on the body, the extent of paralysis, and patient age, first-year medical costs alone […]
The Costs of a Spinal Cord Injury
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Unseen Danger: Drowsy Drivers Put Everyone at Risk
Spring is here and summer is around the corner—with extra hours of daylight. The open road beckons, and with it, the lure of more driving. Unfortunately, few of us get […]
Concussion? Drivers Often Get Behind the Wheel Too Soon
Concussions are all too common, often resulting from bumps, jolts, blows to the head, or vigorous shaking. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that concussions result in […]
Defects on Richmond Roadways Can Cause Serious Car Accidents
As drivers, we know to pay attention to the roadway for ever-changing hazards and conditions. Road dangers exist everywhere—and if they persist for too long, a government agency (or authority) […]
I Was Hurt in a Car Accident. Can I Sue the Driver’s Employer?
It happens frequently: An employee is driving to, from, or during work, in a personal or company car. Then an accident occurs. Is the employer liable? These accidents are so […]
Unseen Danger: Tired Truckers Are Lethal Weapons
Spring is here with an extra hour of daylight. The open road beckons—and with it, the lure of more driving. Unfortunately, few of us get enough sleep, and many get […]
Federal Regulations to Limit Truck Speeds Stall
In 2016, two agencies of the federal government proposed regulations that would put speed governors, which prevent vehicles from exceeding specified speed limits, on heavy trucks. However, since the National […]
With Warm Weather on the Way, Time to Teach Your Children About Pool Safety Now
Winter’s bite is still chomping down hard on many parts of the country, but spring and summer weather are soon approaching. It’s a perfect time to talk to your children […]
May is Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month
Spring is a great time to take to the road on your motorcycle. The weather is warm but not too hot, and the ice and snow of winter are behind […]
Research Finds Distracted Driving Among the Most Dangerous Driver Behaviors
Pretty much everyone is aware of the dangers of drunk driving. Society has made it a societal focus for decades now. Stricter laws, heightened enforcement and other measures, such as […]