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All drivers who are on the roadways have a duty to their passengers and other on the roadways to drive in a safe manner. When drivers neglect that duty, people can be injured or killed in accidents.

Whiplash can happen to anyone who gets into a serious or even minor car accident, but it does not always present itself immediately following the incident. Indeed, sometimes whiplash can take days to show up after a collision.

Spinal cord injuries from accidents can be very serious. The level of the injury in relation to the spine is one factor that determines the severity of the effects.

Brain injuries can instantly change the victim’s life. These horrible injuries can also affect those who are close to the victim.

Driving a vehicle is a huge responsibility. Sadly, some people don’t take that responsibility seriously. Recently, we discussed how one father is speaking up after his daughter was injured in an alleged street racing accident that was suggested to have included alcohol.

As an adult, it may be very easy for you to know if you’ve been injured in a car accident. Even if you’re not sure, working with medical professionals in the wake of the crash is simple because you can effectively communicate to them the way that you feel and any issues that you’re experiencing.

Riding a bicycle is a great way to exercise. However, it is vital that you follow the British Columbia laws that pertain to bicyclists. One important law to ensure that you follow is the helmet law.

Back in May of 2013, a deadly crash took place on the Westminster Highway, drawing eight different vehicles into the wreck. Recently, a pair of lawsuits were started with regard to that crash, and the suits claim that unintended acceleration is what caused the wreck and the subsequent death.

All provinces in Canada, including British Columbia, have passed legislation to combat distracted driving, as this is seen as an issue that impacts all parts of Canada

Concussions are considered to be traumatic brain injuries. However, this by no means indicates that every concussion is serious, as the vast majority actually fall into the realm of mild injuries.