Car crashes can create major injury risks for vehicle occupants. But these risks may not be the same for everyone. Some groups might have especially high risks on this front. Research suggests that women might be particularly vulnerable to crash injuries. For example, a 2011…
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Accidents between semi-trucks and smaller vehicles, such as cars, have an unfortunately high fatality rate. If death does not occur as a result of the crash, catastrophic injuries, such as traumatic brain injuries and spinal cord injuries are probable. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety…
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Several automakers are paying hundreds of millions of dollars in claim settlements. Takata Airbags are prone to exploding after prolonged exposure to heat prompting a massive recall, and hundreds of millions of dollars in settlements. According to Fortune Magazine, Ford has agreed to pay $299.1…
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Last year, the Texas coast was devastated by hurricane Harvey. Harvey caused an estimated $125 billion in damage. Approximately 336,000 people were left without electricity, and tens of thousands required rescue. Throughout the state, 103 people died in storm-related incidents, and an estimated 30,000 people…
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Truck crashes can be devastating because of their size and weight, but what about what they’re carrying as their loads? This is something that isn’t always discussed as much as it should be. It’s important that drivers are observant and know what kinds of materials…
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When you live with type 2 diabetes, you depend heavily on your medical care providers to help you manage your condition and avoid dangerous complications. Unfortunately, for many type 2 sufferers, depending on the guidance of their medical care provider may place them at serious…
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If you recently suffered a blow to the head, there is a significant chance that you received a mild traumatic brain injury, or TBI. Of course, technically speaking, there is also a chance that you received a more severe injury, but moderate and severe brain…
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Whenever we see news of another plane crash, inevitably some of the pundits and talking heads begin asking about how long it will take to retrieve the plane’s “black box.” Most people generally understand that these black boxes record several kinds of very important information…
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Surviving a car accident can feel like a combination of relief and stress — at the same time. On one hand, even if you have significant injuries, you still have the opportunity to make a recovery, but, on the other hand, the path to recovery…
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How many times have you driven down Highway 281 or I-10 on your way or from work and seen someone multitasking behind the wheel? San Antonio, like most other cities, has plenty of distracted drivers on the road at any time of the day. Unfortunately,…
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