Car crashes are common occurrences, but most of them aren't that serious. Still, motor vehicle collisions are a major cause of death in Louisiana, with crashes claiming hundreds of lives every year. Often, the drivers who cause such collisions violate the law somehow...
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Month: September 2021
Fatigue plays a significant role in truck accidents
Driving requires total concentration and attention from the person behind the wheel. All it takes is a moment to avert a crash, and if the driver is tired, their reaction time is bound to be slow. Truck drivers, especially, are more prone to fatigue due to their...
3 reasons not to run from a dangerous dog
When a dangerous dog charges you or starts growling, your first instinct is to run. Your fight or flight response kicks in, and most people just try to get away as fast as possible. While you obviously don’t want to fight the dog, flight is also the wrong response in...
Who is responsible for a truck crash?
If an 18-wheeler hits you, you will likely face massive medical bills. Your injuries could prevent you from working for months or leave you with permanent disabilities. It is therefore only right that you get the compensation you need to cover those costs. You should...
How to pass a cyclist
It sounds simple, in theory, to pass a cyclist. But these passing maneuvers cause accidents all the time. They can be catastrophic for cyclists, for whom a simple helmet is often not nearly enough protection when struck by a car. To prevent these accidents, let’s...
Where are the most dangerous places to be on a motorcycle?
Motorcycles are different from other types of motor vehicles in that there's nothing that separates you from others on the road except for the open air. This would present a big problem if you were to have an accident. If someone strikes your car, then generally, its...
Halloween tips that can help you prevent dog bites
Parents have to remain vigilant when they’re taking their kids trick-or-treating. Aside from making sure that no one runs into the street or wanders away, you need to also be on the lookout for dogs. You never know where you’ll encounter a loose dog and what kind of...
Stay safe as a pedestrian
Walking beside busy streets in Louisiana can be dangerous if you’re not careful. When you’re a pedestrian, it’s important to keep your head up and pay attention to what’s going on. With so many distracted drivers on the roads these days, don’t let yourself become a...