Amaxophobia is a very serious phobia, that is sometimes also called hamaxophobia, and it centers around driving. Per the Cleveland Clinic, this condition “makes you feel anxious or fearful when you drive or ride in a vehicle, such as a car, bus or plane.” So, for...
Should you ask for child custody after a crash?
Your ex-spouse was driving with your children in the vehicle when they got into a serious collision. You were shocked to find out that they’d been speeding well over the limit and had, potentially, been drinking as well. You always put your children first, so you were...
Why you should avoid turning left when driving
Often when driving, we focus on finding the fastest route. Yet if it involves a lot of left turns, it may be safer to choose a slower way. Left turns account for six in 10 of all intersections crashes. The problem with them is that you run the gauntlet across the path...
4 screens that could explain why a driver crashed into you
Whatever you assume the reasons for a car crash to be, claiming compensation will depend on more than an assumption. There are often several factors at play in a collision and the more you can unearth, the better. A quick look inside the other driver’s vehicle can...
How to protect your rights after a car accident
Car accidents happen every day. While many are minor, leaving you with nothing more than a few bumps and bruises, others are more serious and may even cause long-term damages and injuries. However, no matter how serious (or simple) your car accident is, it’s important...
3 things to know about getting proper medical care after a crash
Car crashes are a leading cause of severe injury and death in the United States, including right here in Indiana. People of all ages are at risk of broken bones, spinal cord injuries, brain injuries and other serious medical issues if they experience a collision out...
Changes in personality are common after a traumatic brain injury
After a car crash, it’s possible that a brain injury could cause major changes in a person’s personality. While many people realize that a brain injury could impact how someone moves or the way they speak, it’s not always discussed how significantly a person’s...
How can anger increase the risk of a car crash?
You are driving along, and another car collides with you. The driver gets out, and rather than asking if you are OK, they let off a foul-mouthed tirade. If this happens to you, there is a good chance their anger and attitude caused the crash. There is no doubt that...
Common serious injuries in trucking accidents
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration collects data about large truck and bus crashes to help keep track of common causes of collisions and to see how those collisions may be prevented in the future. The last year for which data is available, 2019, details...
Avoid a winter jackknife crash by understanding the causes
In the winter months, Indiana tends to see ice and snow. These inclement conditions may lead to slick roads and hazards that make it dangerous for truck drivers to be on highways or other roadways. As someone who has to commute to work, you may have no choice but to...