Pedestrian accidents can result in severe injuries that often necessitate surgical intervention. Even when surgery is not necessary, proper treatment and recovery may still be a long journey. Car accident injuries vary in nature and severity but can have lasting...
Motor Vehicle Accidents
4 hidden internal injuries a crash can cause
Car accidents can cause visible injuries like bruises and cuts, but what about the internal ones that often go unnoticed? These injuries, though hidden, can be severe and even life-threatening if left untreated. 1. Traumatic brain injury A common yet hidden injury in...
A car crash can seriously impact mobility
Car accidents can have severe consequences, both physically and mentally. Compromised mobility is one of the most far-reaching impacts that survivors sometimes face. In some instances, the injury may require medical intervention. It is no exaggeration to say that the...
About 14% of traumatic brain injuries result from car accidents
Car accidents can have far-reaching consequences. Among the most severe and life-altering outcomes is a traumatic brain injury. The connection between car accidents and TBIs is a significant concern due to the potential for long-term physical, cognitive and emotional...
Understanding how a “black box” works in a truck accident claim
The term “black box” is often associated with aircraft accidents, issues or errors. Otherwise known as an “electronic control module” or “event data recorder,” it functions as a storage device. Manufacturers eventually integrated it in trucks around the 90’s with the...
What injuries require surgery after a catastrophic car crash?
The nature and severity of injuries that victims sustain after a car tragedy depends on several factors, including vehicle speed, road condition, usage of safety features, and age or the state of health of all parties involved. While some cases only result in minor...
What complications result from spinal cord injuries?
Some car accidents cause catastrophic health problems, such as a spinal cord injury. Commonly, people think of paralysis as the main result of an SCI. While this is a frequent outcome, SCIs also create a variety of other challenges for injury patients. Secondary...
Should I visit my doctor after a serious car accident?
A serious auto vehicle accident can have considerable repercussions not just on your well-being but also on your finances. Even when it seems like they did not suffer any significant injuries, visiting a doctor after such an incident is one of the first things a...
Are high-tech road advertisements leading to more vehicle collisions?
Depending on the region and industry, corporate warfare can be a constant struggle. Businesses want to get a leg up on their competitors at every turn. These battles often center on who has the most eye-catching advertising. Unfortunately, roadside advertising can...
The physics of a car crash
A car in motion moves at a certain speed in a particular direction; the people and objects inside also move at that same speed and direction. Once an outside force changes the speed and direction of the car, the intensity of the energy transfer determines how severely...