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Ask a Trooper: Why is it a ‘crash’ and not an ‘accident’? Apr 20, 2022 Question: I’ve noticed you use the word “crash” and not the word “accident” when talking about incidents while on the radio, TV and newspaper. Why is that? Answer: I’d be glad to talk about this as I am passionate about...
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Car accidents, for the most part, ARE avoidable. However, without fully understanding the cause of car accidents, it can be difficult for individuals to know what they can do to prevent them. Some causes are more obvious than others, such as drinking and driving, while others are not so well known. For instance, though many...
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If you’re involved in a car accident caused by another’s negligence, you may receive a call from an adjuster from the at-fault driver’s insurance company, asking you to provide a recorded statement. The insurance adjuster may seem pleasant on the phone, and his or her tone may immediately set you at ease, but you could...
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When a person sustains a brain injury, their condition will either be classified as “traumatic” or “non-traumatic.” While these are both types of brain injuries, they are caused by different factors and affect the brain in different ways. Traumatic brain injuries (TBI) are known as such because they are caused by external physical trauma and...
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Spinal cord injuries are one of the most dangerous types of injury that an accident victim can experience. One of the reasons that spinal cord injuries are so debilitating is because the spinal column houses the nerve pathways that facilitate communication with the brain. Consequently, a serious spinal cord injury can result in total or...
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Following a car crash, standup for yourself, don’t be afraid to talk to somebody with experience handling car accident injuries “Let him know what’s happened. Let him help you and guide you so that the outcome is a better experience for you than just not doing anything at all.” – Dana Cich Dana and Joe...
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  Distracted or inattentive driving is when a driver engages in any activity that might distract them from the primary task of driving — and increases their risk of crashing. Each year in Minnesota, distracted or inattentive driving is a factor in one in four crashes, resulting in at least 70 deaths and 350 serious...
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  There are steps that every motorcyclist should take before getting on the road. First, it is important to make sure the tires on the motorcycle are in good condition. Then, check the controls to be sure the lights and turn signals are working properly. Be sure that you are current with maintenance for the...
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