When you hear PTSD your may think that it is something only soldiers may face. The fact is motor vehicle accidents are the leading cause of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) within the general population. It is estimated that each year there is over six million motor vehicle accident in the United States that result in over 2.5 million injuries according to the National Institute of Mental Health study. Out of those accidents over 39.2% of
Tips for Motorcycle Safety on the Road As we get into the summer months it is the perfect time to jump on your bike but whether you are a seasoned rider or just a rookie, there are important safety precautions you need to take if you don't want to end up seriously injured in a motorcycle accident. Wear a Motorcycle Helmet The one piece of equipment every rider needs even on short trips is a
Maybe you’ve bought your first new bike or perhaps you’re a seasoned rider and now you are ready to hit the open road. Before you do, there are a few things you should consider to ensure a safe motorcycle experience. Motorcycle operators can easily forget about important safety precautions and if you fall and sustain injuries due to your own fault, it can be a hard fight for you when filing an injury claim with
When a motorcyclist take to the road they are at more risk for bodily injury, resulting in serious or fatal motorcycle accident injuries. Motorcycles don’t offer any protection like you would have in a vehicle like steel frame surrounding you. All they have is their helmet which really gives them very little protection. Of all the accidents that can occur between a motorcycle and another vehicle, having one where a rider gets rear-ended can be