Archive for February 2024
What Does “Safe Following Distance” Mean Under the Law?
Tailgating is dangerous. When drivers follow too closely, they increase the likelihood of accidents, especially during sudden traffic speed changes and lane maneuvers. For this reason, the Commonwealth of Massachusetts has rules about what constitutes a “safe following distance” for vehicles. Under 720 Mass. Reg. 9.06, “The driver of a vehicle shall not follow another…
Read MoreVision Zero Boston Is Working to Make the City Safer
Vision Zero in Boston is a road safety initiative that aims to eliminate traffic fatalities and severe injuries while enhancing transportation equity and efficiency throughout the city. Vision Zero’s root belief is that no loss of life or serious injury on our city streets is acceptable. The program emphasizes a redesign of streets and intersections…
Read MoreWhat Is Compartment Syndrome?
Compartment syndrome is a serious condition that occurs when too much pressure builds up in a closed space within the body, typically surrounding muscles, nerves, and blood vessels. This pressure can restrict blood flow, leading to damage to the tissues in the compartment. It can happen in any part of the body, but it’s most…
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