NHTSA Has No Idea How Many Drug-Impaired Truck Drivers Are Out There

Drug Impaired Truck Driver Accidents

Law enforcement has many methods of testing for alcohol-impaired driving and they can decisively identify those driving drunk. There is an imbalance, however, in enforcement when it comes to drug-impaired driving. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is responsible for ensuring road safety and minimizing risks associated with impaired driving. However, a critical issue…

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Tennessee Continues to Strengthen Punishments for Drunk Drivers

Drunk driving is a serious problem in Tennessee and across the United States. Drunk drivers put themselves and others at risk of serious injury or death and can face severe legal consequences if caught and convicted. Despite efforts to prevent drunk driving through public awareness campaigns, increased law enforcement, and stricter laws, the problem persists.…

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PTSD Is Common After Sexual Assaults

Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that can occur in people who have experienced or witnessed a traumatic event. This can include sexual assault, which is a particularly devastating form of trauma that can have long-lasting effects on a person’s mental and emotional wellbeing. In this article, we will explore what PTSD…

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Drivers Should Know the Dangers That Cyclists Face

Bicycles and Car Accidents

The harsh reality is that when a person rides a bicycle, they are at risk of being involved in an accident at any given moment. This is not only because cyclists do not have a shield or seatbelt to protect themselves, but it is also because motor vehicle drivers fail to take the proper precautions…

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Truck and Train Accidents Are More Common Than You Think

Truck and Train Accidents

After two Norfolk Southern trains derailed in Ohio in February and March 2023, people are starting to take more notice of train accidents occurring across the United States. It turns out that train accidents are more common than most people think. In 2022 alone, there were over 1,100 train derailments around the country, which is…

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What Is a Concussion, Exactly?

What is a concussion

You may have heard of the term “concussion” being used after an individual hits their head, but you may not understand what it actually means. According to the Concussion Legacy Foundation, a concussion is “a type of traumatic brain injury caused by a bump, blow, or jolt to the head or by a hit to…

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