Your car's seat belts are some of its more important safety features. After all, according to the Zebra, a car insurance aggregator, seat belts prevent nearly 15,000 traffic fatalities every single year. They also keep countless others from suffering life-altering...
How safety clothing and location affects cyclists’ safety
Increasing cycler safety is the responsibility of everyone on the road, but it starts with the individual mounting the bike. Whether you ride an e-bike or prefer to go old school, cycling safety starts with what you wear. Though many would argue that the actions of...
Why are construction zones so dangerous for drivers?
If you regularly drive in or around San Diego, you are no stranger to road construction. After all, it seems workers are constantly building new roadways and upgrading existing ones. While road construction may seem routine, it can be extraordinarily dangerous to you...
Why do drivers hit bicyclists so often?
Bicyclists often suffer from a higher rate of severe injury than any other type of driver on the road. On top of that, bicyclists often seem to end up struck by the drivers of covered vehicles quite often. Why exactly do drivers tend to hit bicyclists? Can anyone do...
What do you know about treating road rash?
You follow the rules of the road behind the wheel and behind your bike's handlebars. Still, you cannot account for every driver's actions. A recent bike accident left you with a road rash and a potential personal injury case. WebMD explains treatment options for road...
4 Statistics that show how helmets save motorcyclist lives
If you have ever wondered if you really need to wear a helmet when driving your motorcycle, the answer is simple: yes, you do. The research is clear; not doing so can be a matter of life and death. Although putting on a helmet may seem like an inconvenience at the...
What should you do if you are injured on a construction site?
As an employee in the construction industry, you are likely familiar with the hazards of your job. Falls, electrical mishaps and other dangers are common concerns. According to the Center for Construction Research and Training, construction injury rates are 29% higher...
Brain injury is a possibility in a vehicle-bicycle collision
You may be biking your way to the beach down Encinitas Boulevard when a pickup truck comes too close, forcing you off the road. When you regain consciousness, you find you are on your way to the hospital instead of the beach with what medics say is a head injury. ...
How can traumatic brain injuries impact your future?
As a Californian who enjoys riding bikes, you are likely well-aware of the major dangers that exist for cyclists like you. Sharing the road with drivers of larger vehicles can lead to severe and dangerous crashes that tend to harm bicyclists the most. One common...
What causes a truck tire blow out?
When a large truck experiences a tire blowout, it often leads to a serious accident. In some situations, the truck will wreck, and other times, the tire debris leads to another vehicle suffering an accident. Planet Freight explains that a tire blowout can make a...