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Unsafe lane departures caused about 1,950 car accidents in Davidson County in 2017. According to national statistics, lane departures caused 53% of all traffic fatalities in the U.S. from 2014 to 2016. Lane departure accidents refer to collisions that occur after a vehicle leaves its lane, traveling either off the road or into another lane….

In Tennessee, people reported 393,912 car accidents in 2017. A breakdown of the accident causes for Davidson County shows that “improper lane changing,” “failure to signal intentions,” and “failure to keep in proper lane” caused almost 4,200 accidents in 2017. These are all common mistakes drivers make when trying to merge lanes. The best thing…

Sepsis is a deadly type of blood and tissue reaction to an infection within the body. Without immediate treatment, sepsis can be fatal. Sepsis is also preventable, by avoiding the original infection. Infections stem from contamination of wounds, such as unsanitary premises, unwashed hands, and unclean medical tools. If you or a loved one has…

Tow-truck driving is one of the most dangerous jobs in the country. Traveling to a foreign location, calming stressed drivers, working with heavy equipment, and maneuvering busy roads are all just part of a day’s work for tow-truck drivers. They can face many health and safety risks while on the job. Although they require special…

Car accidents occur in many scenarios, and determining fault when two cars collide tends to be straightforward. However, not all car accidents involve only two parties, and one collision may cause a chain reaction, especially in high traffic situations. When multiple cars are involved, determining liability becomes more difficult. Tennessee law makes those responsible for…

Bringing a newborn into the world is cause for celebration, but not all births go smoothly. If an infant has a medical condition, it can be a stressful experience for a parent. Sometimes there are difficulties understanding if the condition is a result of birth injury or birth defect, further heightening the level of stress…

Driving on any highway includes the chance of needing to merge. Lanes may switch, an incident may have occurred ahead, and sometimes merging helps the overall flow of traffic. However, it’s not always easy to get to the lane you need to be in, especially when everyone else is trying to do the same. Sometimes…