Eating while driving seems like a time-saving idea. Many people do so when going to work/school, and so on, to avoid sitting down to eat. But this is very dangerous. Here are a few reasons why: Picking food When a driver drops food, such as a French fry, they may try...
All it takes is a tumble down the stairs of your apartment building or tripping over broken chunks of asphalt in the parking lot to leave you with broken bones, a traumatic brain injury and a pile of bills that you can’t pay. Is it just your tough luck or can you hold...
The summer months are an ideal time to go out for a pleasure cruise on New Jersey roads. The scenery around the state is particularly lovely in the warmer seasons, and people may choose to drive for family vacations or just to get out of the house. Unfortunately,...
As drivers gain experience they become much more comfortable on the roads. This can lead to the false perception that driving doesn’t require high levels of concentration. This is certainly not the case, as drivers must make split-second decisions constantly on their...
Workplace head injuries in New Jersey can lead to concussions. Concussions in the workplace happen by falls, following objects, getting hit in the head or work-related motor vehicle accidents. Concussions are complex and can lead to lost time from work. That is why it...
There’s no doubt that riding in a car is far safer for children than it was not so many years ago, when kids regularly rode in the front seat without a seatbelt. However, even the best child safety seat can’t always prevent catastrophic injuries in the event of a...
Scooters and bicycles, along with the electric versions of each, are very popular forms of transportation. Depending on the time of year, people might encounter dozens of scooters or bicycles on busy roads. Generally, such vehicles must share the road with larger...
A crash or accident reflects generic terms that describe numerous vehicle collisions. They may range in severity, and some incidents on New Jersey roads could leave victims with worse injuries than others. Drivers should be careful to avoid reckless behaviors because...
If you have been in a car accident in New Jersey, you may suffer back or neck injuries. These injuries can appear immediately, or they may show up later. Some types of injuries are more common than others. Lumbar sprain You may have a lumbar sprain if you feel low...
People who suffer from a traumatic brain injury often have to worry about long-term effects. These can range from minor inconveniences to life-altering impacts. The area of the brain that’s injured and the severity of the injury play primary roles in what any...