For the next few months, we’re going to experience what some call the 100 deadliest days to be on the American road system. Every year, starting with Memorial Day and going until Labor Day, fatal accidents involving teen drivers increase. It’s important for parents to...
Say that you’re driving on the interstate, with two lanes of traffic heading in the same direction, and you approach a construction zone. This closes the highway down to just one lane, meaning that traffic has to merge to the right. What often happens is that people...
It’s well-known that smartphones cause driver distraction. This is why using a handheld device in the car is generally prohibited. Phones take drivers’ attention off of the road, their eyes off of the cars around them and their hands off of the wheel. For all of these...
Whiplash is a common injury that occurs after sudden, forceful movements of the neck, often associated with car accidents. While it might not always be immediately apparent, recognizing the signs of whiplash is crucial for seeking timely medical attention and proper...
Most people will agree that a three-second following distance should be the minimum for any driver on the road. They can easily count this off by looking at stationary objects on the side of the road. There should always be at least three seconds between vehicles. But...
Cars have become an integral part of daily life. While they offer tremendous convenience, they pose a significant risk when not handled responsibly. Car crashes can lead to serious consequences, including injuries and even loss of life. To help ensure the safety of...
Car accidents can be overwhelming situations. With so much happening at the scene, it is easy to make mistakes. One of the best ways to avoid mistakes is by knowing the most common ones. Leaving the scene Never leave the scene of an accident, even if it seems minor....
When a rear-end collision happens, one of the most important issues you need to address is your safety. Next, you need to figure out who to hold liable for the accident and the resulting damages. However, determining fault following a rear-end collision isn’t always...
You might think the sling around your arm or the stitches in your forehead make it clear that you deserve compensation after a crash. Unfortunately, it’s not that simple. As well as proving the injuries occurred in the crash, rather than elsewhere, you need to show...
Many things can distract drivers – from phones to children in the car and from advertising boards to beautiful scenery outside the car. Regardless of their origin distractions can all be incredibly dangerous if the driver succumbs and allows their focus to drift...