April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month
The National Safety Council is running several campaigns to try and raise awareness of how dangerous it is to be distracted while driving. While there can be various distractions while …
Misconceptions About Pedestrian Accidents
Whenever there is a collision between a car and a pedestrian, the resulting injuries are often serious and even fatal. Car accidents involving pedestrians are often extremely dangerous. Whenever there …
Hemothorax Car Accident
Hemothorax is a condition characterized by the collection of blood in the chest or pleural cavity, a fluid-filled space between the chest wall and the lungs. Under normal circumstances, the …
Car Accidents Involving Millennials
According to a recent study conducted by the AAA Foundation, Millennials in the age group of 19-24 engaged in the riskiest of driving behaviors. With the increased use of smartphones …
Cardiac Contusions after Car Crash
A cardiac contusion is a rare but serious injury that may result from being involving in a car accident. Car accidents can cause a variety of injuries. While some are …
4 Common Spinal Injuries from Auto Accidents
According to the Mayo Clinic, car accidents are responsible for over 35 percent of all spinal cord injuries. The spine is particularly vulnerable in the event of a crash, however, …