Injury Accident at the FM 89 and I-84 intersection in Abilene The 19-year-old driver of a 2018 Jeep was injured when she collided with a black 2014 Dodge near the intersection of FM89 and S Clack St Abilene at 5:45 PM on Friday, May 22. Abilene Police responded to the scene and determined that the […]
Service dogs allow their owners to explore the world around them without fear. These furry companions serve their owners by providing sight, hearing, and mobility assistance. They even alert owners to changes in their health and are essential to their well-being. Unfortunately, people abuse the laws protecting service dogs, sometimes passing them off as pets. […]
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reports that 840 bicyclists were killed in traffic accidents in the United States in 2016. Bicycle accident related deaths account for 2.2% of all motor vehicle traffic fatalities, and the number continues to increase. The reckless or negligent behavior of drivers is usually the cause of cyclist deaths and injuries. […]
Approximately 5.4 million people in the U.S. are paralyed; around 27 percent are paralyzed due to a spinal cord injury caused by trauma, disease, or developmental issues such as spina bifida. In some cases, paralysis is temporary. In others, it is permanent and/or progressive, meaning that it will get worse with time. Paralysis can also get […]
Ford recently announced that it will expand a previous recall to include an additional 953,000 vehicles, including the 2010 to 2014 Mustang, the 2010 Edge, and the 2010 and 2011 Ranger among others. This recall is one of many linked to faulty driver airbags constructed by Takata. It is believed that Takata used chemical ammonium nitrate in […]
Rear-end collisions are the most common type of car accident, and they can occur at any time. These accidents are more serious than most people suspect; while injuries may not be immediately evident, many drivers and passengers ultimately develop chronic conditions that leave them in pain for months or even years. Sometimes, weather conditions conspire […]
Even the most careful drivers can find themselves in emergency situations. A sudden tire blowout, a stuck accelerator, or even a patch of black ice can turn a peaceful commute into a complete disaster. By being aware of a few of the most common driving emergencies and how to handle them, you’ll have a better […]