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...
Catastrophic Injuries
Are SUVs at great risk for rollover accidents?
Why are there so many SUVs on Alabama roads? The answer varies, and some owners prefer sport utility vehicles for their cargo space and passenger comfort. Others look at the size of the vehicle and assume a larger model comes with greater safety. True, many SUV...
Was 2020 a deadly year for pedestrians?
According to auto accident statistics, 2020 was not a good year for pedestrians. While walking and jogging receive positive news for their health benefits, anyone out and about near traffic takes a risk. Alabama's roads have many pedestrians and moving vehicles, which...
What are the signs of a serious Traumatic Brain Injury?
One of the most devastating injuries that a person can suffer from after a car accident is a traumatic brain injury, also known as a TBI. This occurs when, after a serious accident, there is medium or long-term brain damage - damage that may impact a person for the...
Pedestrian accidents on the rise
Many commuters today chose to walk or cycle to work and for their daily errands. Urban areas boast high walking scores to lure new residents. Birmingham and other Alabama cities have become an epicenter of activity. Independent rating agencies score up-and-coming...
Worst states for motorcycle accidents
Catastrophic auto accidents in Alabama and elsewhere in the United States can have devastating consequences. These include motor vehicle accidents involving pedestrians, bicycles and motorcycles. If you ride a motorcycle, you may be interested to learn that some...
What could cause semi-truck accidents?
Semi-trucks may seem like an intimidating presence on the road. Even when a truck travels slowly and safely, its commanding presence may worry drivers of passenger cars. Those who read reports about truck accident statistics might feel even more intimidated...
The Severity of Traumatic Brain Injuries
Traumatic brain injuries (or TBIs) are some of the most severe you may ever sustain. These types of injuries happen often in car accidents, but there are other negligent-related acts that can lead to a TBI. These types of injuries vary in terms of severity, but the...