When most people think about distracted driving, they think about drivers who eating, on the phone, texting, putting on makeup or similar activities. But, have you ever thought of prayer as an activity that might be considered distracted driving? If not, you might after you hear about one grandmother’s accident.
Preventing a motor vehicle accident is not always simple. Even if you are driving in a cautious manner, doing whatever possible to remain safe, it doesn’t mean that others are going to do the same. Instead, a mistake by another driver, no matter what type, could cause an accident. For
In one of our posts last week, we discussed how some people who are in an accident might suffer from post-traumatic stress disorder. If you recall, we discussed how one of the most effective treatments for PTSD is cognitive-behavioral therapy. What is CBT? CBT is a hands-on way to help
When a person suffers a spinal cord injury, it is imperative to seek medical attention without delay. The sooner a person is treated, the better chance he or she has of making a recovery. Above all else, the patient’s spinal column, blood pressure and breathing should be stabilized. This is
When a person on a motorcycle gets into an accident, there are a variety of injuries that can occur. One possible injury is a burn, especially if the skin comes into contact with the hot metal of the motorcycle or if a fire ignites. These burns can range from very
Suffering from a spinal cord injury can change almost every aspect of your life. The spinal cord is the center of a lot of body movements and functions. When the spinal cord is damaged, a lot can go wrong. The effects of the injury depend on where in the spinal
If a person suffers a traumatic brain injury, it is likely that he or she will receive medical treatment for an extended period of time. In the most serious of situations, this treatment can last for many years. Following a traumatic brain injury, such as one that is the result
Brain injuries can cause a variety of issues for victims. Some victims suffer from paralysis. Others might suffer from other mobility issues. For some people who have suffered from a traumatic brain injury, emotional difficulties and changes are the effects that might cause difficulties. What types of emotional changes might
When compared to passenger vehicles, motorcycles are less visible and certainly less stable. If a car and motorcycle are involved in an accident, it is almost always the motorcyclist who gets the worst in terms of injuries. When a motorcycle is involved in a crash, the rider does not have
Stop signs and other traffic signals serve a very important purpose. When drivers ignore stop signs and other similar items, they might end up causing an accident that can lead to injuries or death. An accident along Ohio 13 is one example of how horrible an accident caused by running