Distracted Drivers Cause Deadly Truck Accidents

No matter the vehicle someone drives, they should always be attentive and aware while behind the wheel. Whether the driver was texting, eating, playing with the radio, or trying to break up a backseat fight between children, it all counts as distraction, and it is all dangerous. There is an extra layer of danger when…

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What Drug Charges Are Federal Felony Crimes?

Many drug charges can be brought in both federal courts and Tennessee state courts. However, there are major differences between federal crimes and state crimes. The rules of procedure and evidence are different. The sentencing guidelines and procedures are different. The makeup of the jury that hears your case is normally different. Typically, the consequences…

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Can a Car Accident Cause PTSD?

Car accidents often cause severe injuries such as traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord damage, and traumatic amputation. In addition to various types of physical trauma, most accidents also cause emotional trauma. There are constant anxieties, worries, and stresses for any serious injury. Victims worry about who will pay their medical bills and daily expenses. They’re…

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When DUIs Are Deadly: Vehicular Homicide and Vehicular Assault

Driving under the influence (DUI) is a serious charge with serious penalties. Those penalties ratchet up, however, if someone is injured or dies as a result of a drunk driving accident. If you are accused of being under the influence and causing or contributing to a fatal accident, you need to call a defense attorney…

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What Conditions Make Roads Most Dangerous?

Many vehicle accidents are caused because drivers are irresponsible. Drivers who speed, drive while intoxicated, or drive while distracted should know better. They should know careless driving causes car accidents, truck accidents, and motorcycle accidents. Drivers also need to be aware of some inherent dangers – dangers that are due to conditions of the roads…

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NHTSA Considering Alcohol Detection System for All Drivers

The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration (NHTSA), in conjunction with a variety of auto manufacturers, has formed the Driver Alcohol Detection System for Safety Program (DADSS). This partnership’s goal is to reduce the number of drunk driving fatalities across the nation by installing sensors in vehicles that measure the blood alcohol concentration (BAC) levels of…

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What Is Aphasia and What Causes It?

At the end of March, superstar actor Bruce Willis’ family announced he was stepping away from his acting career due to a condition called “aphasia,” which affects an individual’s ability to understand and express speech and language. After revealing this diagnosis, many people, including Willis’ Hollywood colleagues, were left wondering exactly what aphasia is and…

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Carbon Monoxide and Fire Risks in Cold Weather

During the fall and winter seasons, people turn to their heating products to help keep the warmth in their homes. However, the increased use of these types of products strengthens the chances of exposure to a fire or carbon monoxide hazard. If heating products are used improperly or left unattended, residents can experience a catastrophic…

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