Drivers who ignore or try to beat changing traffic lights pose a serious threat to you and everyone else on the road, and Kentucky’s roadways have more than their fair share of these negligent red-light-running motorists. The number of drivers who blow through red...
How do drowsy truckers put other drivers at risk?
Kentucky drivers like you may hit the road without getting quite enough sleep sometimes. You may think this is no big deal. After all, everyone drives a little tired every now and then, right? In reality, drowsy driving is one of the most dangerous types of...
What are the effects of a traumatic brain injury?
A traumatic brain injury can disrupt its normal function, at least temporarily and sometimes permanently. TBI can result from penetration of the skull with a foreign object or a violent jolt or blow to the head. The American Association of Neurological Surgeons cites...
Winter driving reminders for newbies and veterans
Have you ever driven down the road during or after the first snowfall of the year and seen an unusual amount of vehicles in the ditch, or tire tracks where vehicles used to be before the tow truck arrived? When you see all of these vehicles, are you perplexed and...
Advanced safety features may create new risks
As more new vehicles come equipped with technologies designed to take over some driving functions or provide assistance to human drivers, many people may assume that the roads become safer and fewer accidents may occur. Interestingly, the opposite may be true as new...
Living with a spinal cord injury after a truck accident
Collisions involving tractor-trailers and other vehicles often result in serious injuries for the drivers and passengers of the smaller vehicles. One such injury, spinal cord injuries may have life-changing implications for those who suffer them, as well as their...
When a simple broken bone from a crash leads to permanent injury
In the broad spectrum of potential motor vehicle crash injuries, a broken bone may not seem as serious as other potential injuries a person could suffer. Depending on the severity of the break, the bone affected and the health of the individual, a broken bone may only...
Is there any way to prevent whiplash injuries?
There are many factors that can alter the results of a car crash. A high-speed crash can lead to more severe injuries and seat belt use can be the difference between life and death. But what can you do to prevent injuries that happen with a rear-end collision that you...
What is sepsis?
Sepsis, though not common, is extremely dangerous. It can be deadly. Anyone who has it needs to seek medical care as soon as possible. It’s impossible to overstate how risky this condition is. Think of it as a medical chain reaction. Your body gets an infection. As...
Don’t take a moment for granted when behind the wheel
Not every motor vehicle accident results in serious injury, but it’s something that should be on your radar. The sooner you’re treated for any type of injury, the better chance you have of making a fast and full recovery. Understanding the most serious types of motor...
