Most people listen to music when they drive. It’s a good way to pass the time and can be enjoyable. Music can be a distraction, though. According to a study performed by the Ear Institute of University College London, shifting gaze just a few degrees away from the...
You, like millions of other drivers, may stop regularly at the nearest fast food restaurant. After all, why wouldn’t you stop for a quick and convenient meal without ever having to leave the comfort of your car? While you may park and enjoy your meal before hitting...
Every healthcare provider has a duty to provide competent care to their patients. This is known as a standard of care. If they breach this standard of care, resulting in injury or death, they may be held liable for medical malpractice. If you are a victim of medical...
Losing your balance can mean a serious injury. People can hit their heads and suffer a brain injury or twist themselves the wrong way and hurt their spine when they fall. If you break an arm or a leg, you may feel fortunate to have an injury that will respond quickly...
You’re on your way to dinner with friends when the car behind you starts laying on the horn and flashing its lights. You move over to the right, and the driver flies by you, gesturing inappropriately in your direction. Aggressive, angry drivers are everywhere. They...
Despite advances in medical technology, medical errors still happen. In fact, a 2016 Johns Hopkins University study revealed that 440,000 Americans lose their lives annually due to errors made by healthcare providers. In fact, medical errors are the third-leading...
Distracted driving is a serious problem in the United States. It is essential that you, as a driver, understand exactly what distracted driving is and how to avoid it yourself. You should also know the signs of another driver being distracted, so you can avoid a...
A slip-and-fall accident can turn your life upside down in a twinkle of an eye. Depending on the nature of the fall, you can sustain life-altering injuries like brain damage, broken bones or even soft-tissue injuries. If you are hurt in a slip-and-fall accident while...
You are enjoying a drive through downtown Middlebury on a beautiful night. You’ve got the top down on the convertible and the stars are shining bright in the midnight sky. As you stop at a red light, you notice a car coming up fast behind you. There’s not enough time...
It can be very disconcerting to suddenly drive into a bank of fog. Your visibility is massively reduced and you're suddenly worried about getting involved in an accident. In a situation like this, it's very important that you understand how to drive safely. Below are...
