Car accidents can happen at any time, and they can result in serious injuries, property damage and even death. While some accidents may be unavoidable, human error causes many. This article will explore four of the most common causes of accidents and how to avoid...
Teaching your teenagers about the dangers of distracted driving
Distracted driving, looking away from the road for mere seconds, can have serious repercussions for your teenagers. Helping them grasp the magnitude of such a dangerous decision may encourage them to avoid it altogether. Teaching your children by example is an...
Do you really need to seek medical care after a car accident?
If you are lucky enough to walk away from a car accident without obvious injuries, a visit to the doctor might seem like an unnecessary hassle. However, seeking medical attention is an important step. Even if you feel fine, you should still see your doctor for several...
How can damage to the front of the head manifest?
Though head injuries will impact a victim in many different and often unexpected ways, some of the results are somewhat predictable. This is due to the location of the injury itself corresponding with the parts of the body or mind that that area of the brain controls....
How do head injuries affect your relationships?
After suffering from a moderate or severe head injury - or a mild but complicated one - you will likely see many changes in your life. Some of them will come and go in a few weeks or months, while others may last for years or even remain with you forever. These...
Was your skull fractured in that crash?
When dealing with a car crash, you are also likely to deal with a high possibility of head injury. Most times, the focus goes to impact injuries like traumatic brain injury (TBI) or concussive damages. But skull fractures pose as another, lesser-known issue that can...
Get the facts about Massachusetts auto accidents
Whether you are navigating through a New England snow storm or driving along the coast on a perfect July day, Massachusetts roads are only safe when everyone abides by traffic laws. Understanding the common causes of accidents highlights the importance of safe driving...
4 tips for riding safely in the rain
In 2017, Massachusetts’s citizens registered almost 170,000 motorcycles. When looking at the population of the state, this means many people who ride. In fact, Massachusetts has more people per bike than Texas or California. Massachusetts sees a decent amount of rain...
Car seat laws for children
It is well known that all drivers and passengers in motor vehicles all over the country must wear seat belts. However, seat belt systems in cars accommodate adults, not children or infants. So to ensure the safety of children, the general laws of Massachusetts spell...
Why have vehicle-related fatalities risen?
We all have our preferred way of getting around. Depending on the time of year, residents in Massachusetts and elsewhere may be more compelled to get to their destinations on foot, by bike or in a motor vehicle. No matter what form of transportation an individual...
