Picture this: you’re cruising down a seemingly endless stretch of highway, the road unrolling beneath your wheels, when suddenly, you start approaching your destination without a clear memory of your drive. If this has ever happened to you, you may have experienced highway hypnosis. Highway hypnosis is a phenomenon that causes a driver to fall into a trance-like state while driving for an extended period on a monotonous stretch of
According to a 2021 study, Ohio drivers ranked the highest for most dangerous drivers in the United States. With almost 30% of drivers having at least one dangerous infraction on their record, it’s no wonder why Ohio had nearly 300,000 car accidents in 2021. Even though you may always drive safely, other motorists can be careless and be the reason you experience a traumatic car accident. One accident can change
Catching a cold or coming down with the flu can be a major inconvenience. Life doesn’t stop just because you feel sick. Many adults feel compelled to go to work while sick. They may also have to transport their children places and meet other obligations. The pressure to keep performing even while under the weather can lead people to underestimate the impact that their current medical condition could have on
In the aftermath of a major motor vehicle collision, most of the injuries you suffer will be pretty obvious. Broken bones could prevent you from putting pressure on your limbs, while spinal cord injuries could prevent you from moving at all. Lacerations and painful contusions will also be obvious right at the scene of the crash, even if the bruising isn’t visible yet. It’s important to understand that even if
Motorcyclists must be careful anytime they venture out on the roadways. There are many things that can go wrong over the course of a ride that can lead to serious problems. While motorcyclists can reduce the risk of many of these occurring, drivers also have to do their part. Despite the negative perception of motorcyclists that comes from movies and television shows that portray people who ride motorcycles as law
While helmets aren’t the perfect solution for motorcyclists looking to avoid injury, a helmet can help prevent some injuries from being as bad as they would have been if they had not been worn. Helmets work, which is why most motorcyclists are asked to wear them. There are several parts of a helmet that protect you including: The outer shell The impact-absorbing liner The comfort padding The retention system (the
A car accident can happen any time that you are on the road, and even relatively small accidents can cause serious injuries. Unfortunately, many victims of car accidents leave the scene believing that they did not suffer any injuries and they never receive important medical care. Traffic accidents often cause injuries that may not cause pain for several hours up to a few weeks. If you or someone you love
Kentucky is beautiful this time of year, and the weather has warmed up enough to bring motorcycles back on the roads. Before you get moving, remember that the winter could have been harsh on the roads, and you could be more prone to falling victim to the hazards that you may not see until it’s too late. One of the most significant road hazards during early spring is a pothole.
Most people are in a rush to get somewhere. Whether it is to make it to work on time or to get to an important appointment, drivers put a lot of focus on getting where their going, and not necessarily the path they are taking to get there. Whether it was from rushing to get through a light or traveling too fast to be on time, too often, pedestrians pay
Interstate 75 is a dangerous corridor, but do you know why? One of the issues that has caused collisions is the fact that the roads are simply too slick. Take, for example, an issue that was addressed in November. There had been several serious collisions in the same location on I-75, and it finally drew enough attention to get a construction team out to fix it. The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet
If you are like most adults, you probably have specific routes that you travel to work and other obligations each day. You may take the same streets habitually, leading you to feel comfortable and safe driving in those areas. However, what you feel is a false sense of security based on your familiarity with those roads and not on the statistical danger you face. Although you may not worry about
Recently in the news, there have been several stories about injuries and deaths from interstate pile-ups. While these types of multi-vehicle crashes can happen during any season when it gets foggy, they are especially common in winter due to icy and snowy weather conditions. How to avoid these type of collisions When the weather is particularly bad, your best bet may be to stay off the interstates entirely. Choosing an
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