Many may think that Colorado winters, with their ice and snow-slicked roads, are the most dangerous time to be on the road, but this is simply not true. The time between Memorial Day and Labor Day sees the most fatal car accidents, more than any other time of the year. Recent years have seen a 20% increase in fatalities during this time. Thirty-one percent of fatalities that took place in the state in 2017 took place during the 100 days of summer.
It was just a fender-bender, so how could you have TBI?
Let us say your car was struck from behind at low speed when you stopped at a light. There was very little damage, and you felt OK after the accident.
Are teens more likely to become injured at work?
Woman killed by multiple DUI offender
Workplace injuries happen to teens, too
With school out, you probably encourage your teen to get a summer job to keep busy and save money for college. While this is a positive endeavor, teaching important life and employment skills, it also comes with a risk, especially in consideration of the types of jobs teens usually get.
