Driving in Alaska (or any other state) while using any sort of drug is dangerous. Drugs affect the human body in different ways. Many drugs greatly reduce a driver's reaction time and attentiveness. Drugs for anxiety, sleeping disorders or pain have a warning label: "Do not operate vehicles or heavy machinery" for good reason. Drugs, Alcohol and Marijuana Driving is important … [Read more...]
Z – Justice in Alaskan Car Accident Cases
Criminal law uses tools such as prison, jail, fines, probation, community service and other penalties to punish a person guilty of a crime. Justice is shaped differently in civil law because negligence is not the same as a crime. Negligence is not a Crime What determines if an injury is a crime or negligence? An injured person is described as a victim. Justice for the victim … [Read more...]
Increased Risks Associated with Holiday Travel
The American Auto Association reports that more than 27,900 Americans will be injured in car accidents during holiday travel. The National Safety Council reports that more than 250 people will die in a car crash during the Christmas and New Year seasons. A major cause of holiday travel deaths is alcohol. Bad weather also causes accidents. When you add drinking, driving and bad … [Read more...]
Skull Fractures in Automobile Accidents
Numerous types of injuries can result from a car accident, but drivers should be aware of one of the most serious injuries. A skull fracture is caused by severe impact. Accordingly, hitting one's head in an automobile collision is one of the most common causes. A fractured skull can result in permanent disability or even death if brain injuries occur. However, with proper diagnosis and … [Read more...]
Cellphone Use Is UNSAFE for Teen Drivers
Distracted driving accounts for an alarming number of traffic accidents in Alaska. This is especially true for teen drivers. The main distraction for drivers is using a cellphone. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reports 18 percent of fatal auto accidents nationwide are caused by distracted drivers. In total, 3,092 people died in crashes caused by distracted … [Read more...]
Helpful Guides to Child Car Seat Safety
Keep Small Children Out Of Front Seats A right of passage for many children is being “big enough to ride in the front.” At the same time, airbags can seriously injure or kill young children riding in the front seat. Avoid emphasizing this right of passage. Until the child is of sufficient size and weight, the safest place for your child is the center back seat, using an … [Read more...]
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