In the age of smartphones and constant connectivity, our roads are facing a growing menace: distracted driving. Seeing the devastating consequences of this firsthand, we can break down the dangers and perils of distracted driving in simple terms, so both adults and...
Personal Injury
3 things to know about spinal cord injuries in wrecks
Car crashes can lead to a host of injuries, including those to the spinal cord. This is one injury usually evident at the scene of the wreck because it can cause severe pain. In some cases, victims may notice an inability to move one or more limbs. There are several...
Why some DC drivers will be getting text messages from the city
Many municipalities have made reducing the number of crashes that occur a top safety priority. Some municipalities invest more in police department budgets or add new traffic cameras to deter unsafe conduct at particularly busy intersections. Others may employ new...
Driving defensively might help with avoiding auto accidents
In Maryland, many auto accidents are unavoidable. However, that does not mean people should fail to take specific steps to give themselves a better chance of arriving at their destination safely. One useful strategy for remaining safe on the road is to understand the...
Reckless driving on Maryland roads
Reckless drivers could inflict significant harm on people they strike with their vehicles. A driver who doesn't care about posted speed limits or other traffic laws could crash into another car, hit a pedestrian or knock over a bicyclist. The victims may suffer...
Back injury types resulting from car crashes
Car accidents on Maryland roads can be jarring and often leave lasting physical and emotional scars. Back injuries resulting from them are a significant concern, as they can lead to chronic pain, disability and a diminished quality of life. Back injury types Car...
How long do brain injuries take to heal?
When people are injured, perhaps in a serious car accident, one thing they’re curious about is how long it will take them to recover. This can have a big impact on how much compensation they need. If your injuries are going to keep you out of work for a month, you’re...
Pedestrians around DC are at higher risk in recent years
Both traffic laws and urban planning standards seek to protect pedestrians. Those who walk through the Washington DC area, including local residents and tourists, should be able to share spaces with vehicles safely, provided that everybody follows traffic rules....
Accidents and injuries on the road
Accidents happen frequently to commuters. People take risks when choosing to drive, walk or even ride a bicycle to a destination. Maryland accident statistics reveal the unfortunate consequences of collisions, as some victims lose their lives after an accident. For...
Does distracted walking pose the same dangers as distracted driving?
There are many reasons to go for a walk. You may be interested in getting exercise, or walking may be the simplest way to get from here to there. Still, walking can be dangerous since sharing the road with cars and trucks can be an accident waiting to happen. You may...