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The spine is designed to give us mobility and allow us to sit and stand upright. The spine, however, is not designed to withstand the impact of a bad back injury after a crash. The vertebrae (the bones that make up the spine) or discs (the soft cushioning between the vertebrae) can be easily dislodged...

On March 8, 2020, we will be setting the clocks ahead by one hour. This one-hour change may cause a temporary uptick in drowsy driving. That's because daylight savings often disrupts our circadian rhythm, which is the body's natural clock. It programs when we sleep and when we're alert. For those who don't receive adequate sleep,...

Motorcyclists and bicyclists in Alabama have one thing in common: they are often not seen by motorists. Sometimes, they're treated as a nuisance. An average of four motorcyclists and/or bicyclist fatalities are investigated in Mobile and Baldwin counties in a span of 90 days, according to the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency. In 2017, approximately 79 motorcyclist...

You may have heard about the new tech safety features that come standard in many new cars that can detect crash risks, sound alerts, and even take over vehicle functions. They're dubbed advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS). Their purpose is to mitigate crashes caused by human error and can even react faster than the average...

Stress is an unfortunate part of the everyday lives of Alabama residents, as well as people all across the United States. In 2018, Americans were found to be among the most stressed-out people in the world, according to a Gallup poll. That stress often plays out on the road. Whether you're traveling on Interstate 10...

In 2017, over 6.5 million car accidents occurred in the United States, killing 37,133 people, injuring nearly 3 million more and costing millions in property damage.  In many cases, these crashes can trigger the mental health condition known as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), according to verywellmind.com, a mental health website affiliated with The Cleveland Clinic in...

Roughly 91,000 crashes in the United States are caused each year by drowsy driving  — resulting in the deaths of nearly 800 people and injuries of around 50,000 others. These are the figures released by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. While these figures may be staggering, they're only estimates. Determining whether drowsy driving was a factor in...

Until the colder weather arrives, many residents of Alabama will take their motorcycles out for a weekend cruise or for their daily commute. Motorcyclists have just as much right to access Alabama roadways as motorists. Some drivers, however, treat them as a nuisance. Others simply fail to pay attention and don't look for motorcyclists in...

Somewhere in New York City, there’s a 2011 Hyundai Sonata GLS with eight pending safety recalls. They range from potential seat-belt detachment to possible engine failure. Meanwhile, in the Seattle area, there is a 2011 Ford Fusion with five open recalls, including a dangerous airbag issue. If you use the ride-hailing services Uber or Lyft...

Distracted driving has always been a problem on Alabama roads. Before the advent of cellphones, it came in the form of adjusting the radio, eating and drinking behind the wheel, grooming, and taking care of personal hygiene. In short, it involved any kind of activity that diverts drivers’ attention or vision away from the road...