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Motor vehicle crashes can be devastating, often resulting in serious injuries that can change lives forever. Among these, catastrophic injuries are the most severe that lead to long-term or permanent disability. Understanding the nature of these injuries is crucial, especially for those affected, as well as their loved ones. Spinal cord injuries Spinal cord…

Trucker fatigue is a critical issue on the roads, impacting truck drivers and other travelers. The nature of long-haul trucking often leads to extended hours behind the wheel, contributing to tiredness and reduced alertness. Consider these possible causes, applicable regulations and dangers of trucker fatigue when familiarizing yourself with why this issue is so…

Truck drivers can be paid in various ways, and methods of payment often depends on the specific job, company policies and the type of trucking that a driver is involved in. For instance, some truck drivers are paid a fixed salary, typically if they work for specific companies on regular routes or as part…

Spinal cord injuries (SCIs) can result from trauma, accidents or disease and can cause various symptoms, depending the location of the injury and the severity of it. In many cases, they happen as a result of car accidents. After all, for most people, riding in the car every day is one of the biggest…

If a loved one is taken to a Level 1 trauma center after a serious car crash, chances are they’re suffering what is called “polytrauma.” That means they’ve suffered multiple serious injuries that involve more than one organ and/or system. Someone who is involved in a catastrophic collision, for example, may suffer numerous severe…

You know how groggy and out of energy you feel after a poor night’s sleep. Now imagine you are driving an 80,000 lb. fully loaded semi-truck while completely exhausted and barely able to keep your eyes open. It’s a recipe for disaster that happens all too often on Oklahoma’s highways. Drowsy driving has been…

The trucking industry helps keep the whole supply chain moving from coast to coast. It’s only natural that something so critical is highly regulated. If a trucking company has too many safety violations and their drivers cause too many accidents, the government is supposed to put them out of service. Unfortunately, there are a…

Starting Nov. 1, Oklahoma teenagers applying for a driver’s license will have a new hurdle to clear: learn how to drive safely in road construction zones. Poor decisions by drivers of all ages continue to put road crews in danger of being killed or seriously injured on the job. People who work just a…

Distracted driving is an umbrella term that generally refers to any activities a driver may engage in that can divert their attention away from traffic and the act of driving. Distractions are a major cause of serious car accidents in the United States. In fact, some studies claim that more than 3,000 people lose…

Those who are involved in serious auto accidents may suffer from traumatic brain injuries (TBIs). These can be very detrimental to a person’s quality of life, and they can potentially be fatal. It’s very important for those who have been injured to know what signs to look for and to seek medical attention if…