The popularity of in-vehicle systems that allow people to make phone calls, send or receive text messages, program navigation, or even program or tune music has grown in the past several years. Some of these features, called infotainment systems, operate by voice...
One of the biggest headaches after a car accident is dealing with insurance companies. You may feel like you are jumping through hoops to get all the necessary information to the insurance company, which can feel like it is dragging its feet on paying your claim. ...
Most people are probably familiar with the in-cab video from large trucks that play and replay on social media and other sources. TruckingInfo.com notes that although truck drivers have expressed an unwillingness to spend their workdays on video, the training and...
Health care practitioners often encourage their patients to meditate, do yoga and relax to prevent emotional issues from becoming serious problems. The rate at which physicians themselves suffer from depression, however, does not receive the attention it deserves....
Anything that diverts a driver’s attention from the road is a distraction. Although multitasking benefits many people at work, it is not the best policy when behind the wheel. The brain can process only certain amounts of information during a given time. Traveler’s...
When a semi-truck experiences a tire blowout, the next few moments can cause massive harm and even loss of life. The truck may skid out of control and slam into one or multiple vehicles. Chunks of debris from the tires could fly off and hit nearby vehicles. There are...
Car accidents are not always minor fender benders where everyone involved walks away without injuries or vehicle damage. Many motor vehicle collisions are the cause of negligent motorists who have no concern for others on the roads of Batesville and...
When a company makes a product, it goes through various channels to ensure that product is safe for consumers. Despite this process, some harmful products still make it onto the market in Mississippi. When this happens, you rely on the government to step in and make...
According to the U.S. Department of Transportation, over 700 people die in work zones on average per year. This is in part because of big vehicles like trucks and buses. Large trucks in particular make up a larger share of work zone accidents. Here is a look at...
An unfortunate fact of life in Mississippi is that drivers must continue to share the roads with truck drivers. Many are just passing through the state, while others call Mississippi home. Whatever the case, some are dozing off through stoplights and stop signs. For...
