Drivers share the roads with semitrucks on a daily basis. All drivers should ensure that they know how to drive safely around these large and heavy vehicles. This means avoiding the “no zones” that surround these semitrucks. A semitruck has very large blind spots on...
The incredible force of a car crash can easily cause a spinal cord injury. Particularly when a crash occurs between a vehicle and a pedestrian or cyclist or it involves high speeds, the potential for a spinal cord injury is hard to ignore. Some people immediately...
Doing your best to avoid getting distracted while driving can make you a much safer driver. But it won’t change the fact that the roads will still be full of others who are distracted. So what can you do to try and reduce the chance one of them injures you? Look out...
Dogs make beloved pets for millions of households across the U.S. The majority of dogs will go through their lives having never bitten anyone. However, with so many dogs, even the small minority that do bite are a significant concern. Over 4 million people are bitten...
Motor vehicles don’t just transport people. They transport all manner of “stuff” as well. From livestock and agricultural products to consumer goods and personal property, vehicles haul it all. Unfortunately, transporting goods, materials, creatures all other kinds of...
Many people believe that larger dogs are more frightening and more aggressive. They are especially afraid of dogs like Pit Bulls, Rottweilers or German Shepherds. They believe that these dogs are the most likely to bite. But is this true? Studies seem to indicate that...
The death of a loved one can be devastating, especially when someone else’s negligence or intentional harm caused their demise. As a result, the surviving family members may face financial and emotional burdens. In New Mexico, the law allows the deceased’s family...
Aging is traditionally associated with a host of medical issues. Many people experience a significant drop in bone density, which puts them at risk of fractures. People may also develop spinal compression, which decreases their height and changes their center of...
Driving around a driver who violates traffic laws, endangering you and other road users, can be overwhelming. However, you can implement a few practical tips to ensure you arrive at your destination safely. Here are three of them: 1. Stay relaxed Different factors...
If you’ve been bitten by a dog, the owner probably told you something like “This has never happened before.” Many dog owners are very surprised when their animals attack, and they almost always claim that this behavior is out of the norm. They’re shocked that their...
