What Are the Dangers of Jackknifing Trucks?
Trucks and 18-wheelers are common sights on the road, but they are dangerous. With their large, unwieldy, and heavy trailers, truck drivers must operate their vehicles in different ways than the average sized car. Truck drivers have to stop sooner, make wider turns, and be aware of their increased blind spots. If one wrong thing…
Read MoreWhy Are ATVs So Dangerous?
All Terrain Vehicles, or ATVs, are one of Tennesseans’ favorite pastimes. There is nothing quite like getting covered in mud in the woods while bouncing over hills on an ATV. However, along with so many of our seasonal activities, we need to be careful and take extra caution when going out for a ride. We…
Read MoreWhat Are the Worst Types of Construction Site Accident Injuries?
Construction sites are one of the most dangerous work environments. From heavy equipment, materials, and tools swinging through the air, to explosive liquids and powerful and dangerous machines, there are many ways in which a worker can find themselves injured on the job. These injuries are often severe, and it is not unheard of for…
Read MoreTorso Injuries from Car Accidents
Every year, thousands of people end up in car accidents. Sometimes, the injuries sustained from the crash are minor – just some bruising and scrapes. But unfortunately, a large number of accidents end up with the drivers severely injured, perhaps suffering an injury that will affect them the rest of their lives. Such injuries can…
Read MoreThe Effects of an IME on Your Tennessee Workers’ Compensation Claim
When you are injured at work, there are a few hoops you need to jump through to get your workers’ compensation benefits. First, you must report the injury as soon as possible. Then you must be examined by a doctor. While this is to be expected, you may not know that in Tennessee, you also…
Read MoreNew Science Helps Paralyzed People Walk Again
Every day, science progresses to help us better adjust and succeed in this world. It makes us healthier and smarter, and better prepares us to adapt to our surroundings. At its very best, science makes the impossible, possible. We recently read a story about how new advances in science and technology are helping people who…
Read MoreDo Certain Cars Catch Fire More Than Other Cars?
We love a good fire as much as the next person. Whether we’re toasting up some marshmallows or just keeping warm on a cold night, there’s a lot to be said for a good fire. We just don’t want those fires in our car and truck engines. Yet it seems like every day, there’s another…
Read MoreTesla Under Investigation for “Passenger Play” Video Game Concerns
Electric vehicle giant Tesla is under investigation by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) over its Passenger Play feature. Per its name, Passenger Play allows Tesla passengers to access a variety of video games on the vehicle’s dashboard screen while the car is in motion through the Tesla Arcade system. Although this might sound…
Read MoreDid Your Airbag Deploy for No Reason? Maybe It’s Your Cupholder
Safety tech in cars has come a long way over the past few decades. Backup cameras, lane assist, automatic braking – all the features are supposed to help keep us safe on the roads. Before driving a car was like using a computer, though, the most “high tech” safety feature you could have was an…
Read MoreWomen Are Dying in Car Accidents. Here’s Why.
A few years ago, we shared with you an advertisement from Volvo about the automobile manufacturer’s plans to test their vehicles using female crash test dummies. Volvo’s decision to do this was vitally important since women suffer more injuries – including more severe injuries – in car accidents than men, particularly whiplash and other neck-related…
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