Car crashes on Virginia highways leave people suffering from serious injuries. Many commuters may worry about their risk of getting hurt but are unsure how to protect themselves and their passengers from reckless drivers. Learning defensive driving skills might help....
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Can you develop symptoms months later after a car accident?
You are driving in Virginia when you suddenly get into a car accident. Afterward, adrenaline can cause you to think that you are okay initially, but it is only later that you start to hurt. Sadly, many injuries could take months to develop, and you only then realize...
Common causes of slip and fall accidents
Slip and fall accidents are among the most common circumstances leading to personal injury claims. According to data published by the National Floor Safety Institute, slips and falls are the cause of 11% of workplace fatalities for men and 5% for women. If a person...
Crash statistics in Virginia from 2021
Data published by the Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles shows that more than 960 people died on the state’s roadways in 2021. The total was 15% higher than the previous year. The rate of motor vehicle deaths has increased each year since 2017. On average, over 160...
Winter weather increases risk of fall injuries
When Danville residents wake up each morning, fall safety is probably the last thing on their minds. However, studies show slip and fall accidents are a leading cause of injury for people in Virginia and across the U.S., and winter weather increases the odds of taking...
Watch for these brain injury warning signs after an accident
Of all the ways a person can traumatically injure their brain in Virginia, car crashes are among the most common. Heavy vehicles and high speeds are a dangerous combination. By failing to deal with it properly, you can make the problem worse. What classifies a brain...
Driving hazard tip for fall and winter travel
The shorter days and different autumn routines bring changes in many other areas of life for Virginia residents. One of the most profound involves changing your driving habits. While schools have already been back in session for several months, other new hazards...
Understand these facts about slip-and-fall accidents in Virginia
From their name alone, slip-and-fall accidents do not sound that serious. But every year, more than one million people visit a hospital emergency room due to a slip-and-fall accident. Slip and fall accidents in Virginia may lead to life-altering consequences; it is...
Dental injury from motorcycle accidents in Virginia
Dental injuries from a motorcycle accident in Virginia can give you trouble when doing everyday things like talking, eating, sleeping and even breathing. This can make it challenging to work or deal with your life responsibilities. As such, it's highly recommended...
Speed may increase the risk of a crash
Driving too fast for road conditions may significantly increase the risk of a truck accident occurring on a Virginia road or highway. Traveling at an excessive rate of speed may make it harder to stop or to take other actions safely. Reduced margin for error Any...