With the purchase of a motorcycle comes less weight and bulk while being more agile, allowing cyclists to maneuver and swerve past obstacles and stop quickly. However, those perks also have a tradeoff in lacking injury protection should an accident occur. Many factors...
Motor Vehicle Accidents
What is “flat affect”?
Car accidents can result in serious injuries to any part of the body, including injuries to the brain, traumatic brain injuries or TBIs, which are often one of the most severe types of injury that car accident victims can sustain. What is "flat affect"? There are...
Living with an amputation after a motorcycle accident
Motorcycle riding is a beloved pastime for many people in Virginia. The Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles recorded nearly 190,000 motorcycle registrations in 2021. Motorcycles offer a fun, exciting and fuel-efficient way to travel. Motorcycle accidents, however,...
Defensive driving tips
Did you know that 3,700 individuals die every day in car accidents? These accidents kill tens of thousands and injure millions every year. However, as you look at the statistics, such as Virginia’s crash data, realize that you reduce or eliminate your own crash risks...
3 important things to take pictures of after a car accident
Surprise, panic and uncertainty are likely to take hold in the moments after a severe car accident, but these moments can also be the most crucial for taking the correct responsive actions. Your top priorities should be to guarantee the safety of yourself and your...
How can you protect yourself around aggressive drivers?
Everyone who gets behind the wheel of a car has to share the road with one another, but not everyone has the same attitude about what behavior is acceptable while driving. Though you might feel an obligation to practice good habits that minimize the risk to yourself...
What factors contribute to truck accidents?
Truck accidents are often devastating. These are the largest vehicles on the roadways and as such, they pose the biggest risks in a crash. There are multiple factors that can impact why truck accidents occur. The CDC noted a few of these that are completely...
Do you need to see a doctor after your car accident?
After a car crash, most people feel overwhelmed, upset and disoriented. While some injuries after a serious accident may be obvious, others may not present themselves right away. Visiting a doctor after a car accident allows you to clearly identify, document and treat...
What affects the outlook of your traumatic brain injury?
A traumatic brain injury occurs when you sustain a blow to the head. During an accident, the impact of the collision can tear nerve tissue and damage the brain's structure. While your prognosis depends on the severity of the TBI, it can also depend on other factors....
The causes of broken bones in a car crash
Broken bones are one of the traumas you might experience in a car crash. In this case, you will need medical treatment. Depending on the severity of your injury, you could need surgery, orthopedic care and pain management. Here are some details on what causes the...