Cushioning people in the event of a crash, airbags are among the most notable safety innovations of recent decades. Frontal airbags have saved 50,457 lives from 1987 to 2017. However, in the past years, there are reports of airbags failing to inflate during a crash. In an investigation by the NHTSA, there are about 12.3…
DetailsCar Accidents Due to Drivers Impaired by Prescription Medication Some people rely on prescription medication to be able to function. Unfortunately, these drugs could cause dangerous side effects that can lead to impairment. If you have been in a car accident and the driver that hit you was impaired from prescription medication, consider hiring a…
DetailsTexting While Driving: The Facts It is no secret that a distracted driver is an unsafe driver. Texting while driving is no doubt a distraction, as it takes your eyes, hands, and mind off of the very important and delicate task of operating a vehicle. The U.S. Government reports that the average person takes his…
DetailsWhether it is for an emergency or an errand, we have all been in the situation where a friend or family member is in need of a vehicle. And unfortunately, sometimes these borrowers get into an accident, either by being negligent, or through no fault of their own. It is extremely important to understand how…
DetailsPassenger safety is an important matter. One way to improve passenger safety is by using car seats for children. Using car seats reduces the risk of car crash injury by 71 to 82 percent in children. Understanding the requirements and recommendations for a child’s car seat based on the child’s age, height, weight, and developmental…
DetailsThe Yearly Motor Vehicle Crash Data on Fatal Car Crashes Dying from a motor vehicle accident is a reality. Recently, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) estimated that 9,330 people died in motor vehicle accidents for the first quarter of 2023. While this is considered 3.3% lower than the previous year, still, the chances…
DetailsThere will be a new law in effect very soon for the state of Michigan to protect teen drivers from themselves. A recent study shows that of the 846 fatal car crashes in Michigan 177 were caused by teen drivers. It is common knowledge that individuals under the age of 25 make less efficient decisions…
DetailsShoppers for high powered fireworks will now find themselves freed from yesteryear’s staunch fireworks regulations by newly passed laws within the state of Michigan. Always a strict enforcer of fireworks prohibition, Michigan has kept a close eye on the sales and purchase of fireworks and caused in-state buyers to often travel great distances across state…
DetailsRear-end collisions, also known as fender-benders, can cause serious injuries to everyone involved in the accident. The sudden force of another vehicle slamming into the back of your car can cause a severe and violent jolt to your body and your passengers. The sudden jolt can cause you and everyone inside your car to move…
DetailsCommon Causes and Risk Factors of Preterm Birth Preterm birth results from preterm labor. Preterm labor occurs when the mother already experiences regular contractions as early as 20 weeks into pregnancy. These contractions can lead to the opening of the cervix. The earlier that premature birth occurs, the riskier it is for the baby and…
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