Posts by Rocky McElhaney
Tesla Under Investigation for “Passenger Play” Video Game Concerns
Electric vehicle giant Tesla is under investigation by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) over its Passenger Play feature. Per its name, Passenger Play allows Tesla passengers to access a variety of video games on the vehicle’s dashboard screen while the car is in motion through the Tesla Arcade system. Although this might sound…
Read MoreDid Your Airbag Deploy for No Reason? Maybe It’s Your Cupholder
Safety tech in cars has come a long way over the past few decades. Backup cameras, lane assist, automatic braking – all the features are supposed to help keep us safe on the roads. Before driving a car was like using a computer, though, the most “high tech” safety feature you could have was an…
Read MoreWomen Are Dying in Car Accidents. Here’s Why.
A few years ago, we shared with you an advertisement from Volvo about the automobile manufacturer’s plans to test their vehicles using female crash test dummies. Volvo’s decision to do this was vitally important since women suffer more injuries – including more severe injuries – in car accidents than men, particularly whiplash and other neck-related…
Read MoreNew Consumer Protection Law Bans “Surprise” Bills from Out-of-Network Healthcare Providers
When a medical issue arises, whether it is an injury or an illness, finding the right treatment as quickly as possible is the top priority. At least, it should be the top priority. In reality, too often people who are injured or suffering from an illness or other medical problem must first consider where and…
Read MoreWhat Are the Degrees of Road Rash?
There are few things better than taking your motorcycle out for a ride, especially when the road is empty, and the weather is clear. For a lot of riders, it’s the feel of being outside that makes the ride so special. But that “outside” can be dangerous for riders, too; the structure around you, the…
Read MoreA Technological “Miracle” for Premature Babies?
Premature infants are not uncommon. These babies often face extreme struggles simply to survive. Once they are healthy enough, their risk of injury, sickness, or fatality declines dramatically, but they still may face other health conditions that can affect them throughout their lives. It’s important, while they are at their most vulnerable, that they receive…
Read MoreWhat to Know Before Agreeing to a Settlement
Okay, so you’ve been in an accident. Your car is wrecked, and you have sustained injuries. Your insurance company is offering you a settlement, but should you take it? Before you do anything, there are some questions you should consider with your lawyers when considering the settlement: Will it cover my medical bills? Will it…
Read MoreThe Dangers of Freezing Temperatures
Winter is finally here. The air grows colder and colder. Frost decorates the dying grass and trees; maybe you’re evening hearing rumors of snow. Days are chilly, and nights are freezing… So, what does this mean for you? What does this mean for the greater community? Tennessee knows how cruel the cold can be, especially…
Read MoreAre Rural Roads More Dangerous Than City Roads?
Often, we think of driving in the city as treacherous territory, and it does come with its own risks; however, more deaths occur on rural roads. What with less traffic and fewer pedestrians, it’s hard to imagine why there’s an increased risk of crashes and accidents on these roads, but the facts don’t lie. And…
Read MoreWhy Do Insurance Companies Investigate Car Accidents?
After you’ve been in an accident, there’s much to deal with. Insurance is one of them. You file a claim, and then the insurance company has to investigate your claim. It’s a hassle, right? It’s obvious you’ve been in an accident; you might even have sustained injuries from it; so why do they have to…
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