Understanding Liability in Motorcycle Accidents Motorcycle riders are more at risk of being involved in an accident than other motorists. Since motorcycles are small and lack protection for riders such as seat belts and airbags, the injuries associated with a crash can be severe or deadly. No matter how defensively you ride, negligent road…
Motorcycle Accidents and Injuries For motorcyclists, the summer season means getting out on the open road and enjoying a carefree day. Unfortunately, this fun activity also comes with some serious risks. While you may practice defensive riding, wear a helmet, and ensure you have all the proper safety gear for your ride—there is always…
During the height of the stay at home order, traffic across Missouri decreased by an estimated 50%. However, even as people stayed indoors for most of April, police were seeing fatal crashes happen in numbers comparable to normal years—when traffic is heavier and accidents more likely. One of the reasons for this seeming imbalance…
The Road Hazards Motorcyclists Face Now that the summer season is just about in full-swing, motorcyclists are taking to the roads for the pleasure of riding. While riding a motorcycle is a fun activity and a carefree way to spend your time, motorcyclists are up against more road hazards than regular motorists — and…
Understanding Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBI) As defined by the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), a traumatic brain injury happens when there is a disruption in the normal function of the brain that can be caused by a bump, blow, or jolt to the head or penetrating head injury. Sustaining a TBI can leave a…
A traumatic brain injury (TBI) can leave a victim with a host of debilitating symptoms for days, weeks, months, or years. Since a TBI involves the most complex system in the human body, it’s often difficult for medical practitioners to provide an accurate prediction as to when the victim will overcome their symptoms. Below,…
Seeing the words traumatic brain injury (TBI) can strike fear into anyone, even to those who don’t fully understand what the injury entails. TBIs contribute to the death of about 56,000 people annually. The startling figure shows the severity of TBIs, which then raises the question, “Does every head injury result in a TBI?”…
A traumatic brain injury (TBI) is one of the most severe health complications one can sustain, primarily because it involves a vital part of the human body. TBIs are considered invisible disabilities because those living with it do not outwardly appear to have a problem. Additionally, many who have sustained a mild TBI go…
While electric scooters provide a quick and easy method of transportation for city-dwellers, they also pose significant safety risks. Many e-scooters operate in excess of 15 miles per hour (mph), yet most scooter drivers do not wear the proper safety attire to keep themselves safe in the event of an accident. Get informed on…
Electric scooter accidents have similarities in what causes them and the injuries that result from them. Read on to learn what electric scooter accidents have in common in order to keep yourself safe. What Factors Contribute to E-Scooter Accidents? Electric scooters, a now-popular method of transportation in urban areas, serve as a fast way…