Seven to nine hours of sleep is recommended for adults. Yet, there are various reasons why many people do not get enough sleep. Whether it is from diagnosed insomnia, staying up late with friends, working late, or a myriad of other reasons, lack of sleep is a common...
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Motor Vehicle Accidents
Fatal crashes: Are men or women at greater risk?
We make countless choices when it comes to how we can stay safe behind the wheel. We research and buy safe cars, put our seat belts on and obey traffic laws. But there is one thing we don't choose which can affect our crash and injury risks: our gender. Male vs....
The key to preparing new teen drivers: Practice
Your teen is excited to finally get his or her driver’s license, but you are a little worried. Your child may be responsible, but the road can be a dangerous place for even the most seasoned driver. It is likely you have heard just how dangerous the roads can be for...
Should our school buses have seat belts?
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), students are safe enough on large school buses (over 10,000 pounds) even when seat belts aren’t required, as is the case in Tennessee. According to the agency, a child is around 70 times more...
Gender disparity in crash-test dummies raises safety concerns
Research shows women are more likely than men to suffer injuries in car crashes. There are several reasons for this, including the fact that men generally drive heavier vehicles. And yet crash tests seeking ways to improve safety are still done using crash-test...
Is reckless driving still on the rise?
It is no secret that the global pandemic led to many changes across the globe. As many news sources reported and even previous blog posts of ours covered, it also resulted in changes on the road – particularly in drivers’ behaviors. There were many reports of...
3 things to do when confronted by an aggressive driver
Aggressive drivers are not difficult to spot, especially when one follows you, bumps your car and even points a gun at you. Any of these actions can lead to a motor-vehicle accident with catastrophic injuries or even worse. Studies have found that aggressive drivers...
Is PTSD possible after a crash?
After a car wreck, the mere thought of getting back into a vehicle can make some crash victims anxious. This is understandable. After all, even a minor wreck can be shocking and frightening. However, if this anxiety is severe and continues long after the accident, it...
Road rage shootings are way up, and Tennessee is in the Top 5
In the United States in 2021, an average of 44 people were killed in road rage shootings every single month. That’s the highest death rate from road rage shootings in six years. Unfortunately, Tennessee is ranked No. 5 in the number of people shot in road rage...
How much insurance should I have in case of a car crash?
We all hope we will never be in a car crash, but statistics show it happens every day in Tennessee. This is why all drivers must carry auto insurance, aside from a very few exceptions. The law requires that you carry a minimum amount of insurance to cover your own...