There are few sights more familiar in the Washington, D.C. area than delivery trucks zooming up and down the streets. We rely heavily on this service in our business and personal lives, and rarely stop to think about what it means for our safety. One of the risks of having so many delivery trucks on….
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Auto Accidents and Hearing Loss
There is a common misconception that hearing loss is something that only happens to older people. While aging is a primary factor in becoming “hard of hearing,” there is a number of reasons why a person might lose their hearing. This includes a traumatic event, such as an auto accident. A partial or complete loss….
Continue ReadingCan Car Accidents Cause Scoliosis?
If you think back to junior high or middle school, you probably remember getting checked for scoliosis. We tend to think of this medical condition as something that afflicts the young. Generally, this is true; most people develop scoliosis between the ages of 10 to 15. Yet scoliosis can be diagnosed at any time in….
Continue ReadingWhat is BAC and How Does It Affect Your Driving?
The numbers are startling. Despite decades of campaigns against drunk driving, in 2017, 10,874 people were killed by drunk drivers. Of those killed, 61% of the drivers had a blood alcohol content (BAC) of .08% or higher. BAC is a scientific term that is critical to understanding drunk driving, as well as how alcohol affects….
Continue ReadingWashington, D.C. Parking Lot Accidents
If you’ve been shopping, out to a restaurant, or almost anywhere in the greater Washington, D.C. area, then you likely know just how hectic parking lots can truly be. If you’re lucky, you might grab a parking spot immediately. Otherwise, you’ll be circling for 10 minutes or longer, searching for parking — all the while….
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