According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, frontal airbags have saved more than 50,000 lives over 30 years. Newer vehicles also equip airbags on the sides and other locations throughout the vehicle to protect its occupants, saving more lives and preventing serious injuries. While airbags are a vital safety invention, manufacturing defects and negligent…
After being involved in a car accident, some injuries may not be apparent for days, weeks, or even months. These types of injuries are referred to as “delayed onset injuries” and they are considered to be very dangerous. This is because they often go undetected for long periods of time, allowing them to become more…
Accidents involving 18-wheelers in San Antonio are some of the most dangerous accidents on the road. When a smaller vehicle, such as a car or truck, is involved in an accident with an 18-wheeler they are more likely to suffer from serious injury or even death. This is because of the significant size and weight…
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Association (FMCSA) is a regulatory agency within the US Department of Transportation that is responsible for the regulations and safety oversight of commercial motor vehicles (CMV) in the US. The FMCSA develops and enforces safety regulations for trucks and trucking companies which are important for the safety and well-being of…
San Antonio is one of the largest cities in the United States, with thousands of people driving around the city every day. That means added wear and tear on infrastructure like roads and bridges, but what effect does that have on their condition over time? To find out, we analyzed records of more than 25,000…
Truck accidents are alarmingly common in Texas. The Texas trucking industry provides more than one million jobs and greatly contributes to the economy. Because it is a hub for trucking companies and jobs, there are many trucks that travel the state’s roads every day. Unfortunately, Texas is the leading state for fatal truck accidents. According…
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