More than six million motor vehicle accidents occur in Alabama and throughout the United States annually. Many result in significant injury to drivers and passengers. These injuries commonly fall into severe general types, some of which are complex and require...
Car Accidents
Common bike/car accident scenarios
Riding a bicycle is an enjoyable form of commuting that provides exercise benefits for many people. However, bikers should remain aware of potential dangers when riding, as accidents involving cars and other vehicles may occur. Three incidents seem to happen routinely...
SUVs and pedestrian fatalities in Alabama
Sports utility vehicles (SUVs) are among the most popular models on the roads in Alabama. Their size allows for more cargo and passenger space, driving the appeal. Yet, an SUV's size poses dangers to pedestrians. Data shows pedestrians suffered higher fatality rates...
Social acceptability of drugs carries deadly consequences
Drunk driving remains a menace to society. According to the the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), more than 10,000 people die in alcohol-related crashes every year. Less on the minds of citizens is the problem of motorists under the influence of...
What was behind the rise in traffic deaths during 2021?
After the past few years, individuals throughout Alabama and the rest of the United States were ready to get out of their homes. Many people opted to take to the open road. Unfortunately, what should have been a time of relaxation and celebration, has unearthed a...
Driving while drowsy can be as dangerous as drunk driving
Everybody in Birmingham knows that drinking and driving can lead to a terrible car accident. But driving while sober but sleepy can be just as dangerous, according to government sources. Lack of sleep can impair your judgment, ability to perceive what is going on...
Data shows fatal car accidents increased in 2020
Car accidents are common in Alabama and around the country. Researchers have determined that the number of fatal accidents rose in 2020. Catastrophic auto accidents can occur due to various causes. What does the data show? Data collected by the National Highway...
Could the “Dutch reach” approach reduce bicycle accidents?
Bicyclists often find themselves involved in many near misses. For example, as a bicyclist nears a driveway, a driver may pull into the driveway too fast and without looking. An alert bicyclist may come to a stop before colliding, but many Alabama bicyclists could end...
Do car accidents leave victims with serious nose injuries?
The aftermath of a car crash could leave someone thankful to be alive. Numerous vehicle collisions in Alabama result in fatalities, and some accidents end with the survivors dealing with permanent disabilities. Anyone who walks away from an accident with minor...
Spinal column injury from auto accidents
Some vehicle accidents only cause minor injury to a driver in Birmingham, Alabama, but other injuries are permanent. Injuries that cause permanent or long-term damage often get called catastrophic. A common type of catastrophic injury from vehicle accidents is a...