According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), in 2020, distracted driving was a factor in about eight percent of all fatal motor vehicle accidents. Approximately 20 percent of car accident injuries are caused by distracted driving. Distracted driving is a widespread problem and leads to many car accidents every year in the United […]
Labor Day is the last major holiday of the summer and what many consider to be the unofficial end of the summertime season. While the holiday weekend can be enjoyable, it does not come without its dangers. The National Safety Council (NSC) predicted last year that 466 would die over Labor Day Weekend. On average, […]
It is widely known that cellphone use increases the rate of car accidents, but you can see how serious the problem is by looking at the statistics. Although driving while texting gets much of the attention, talking and being on the internet while driving are also very hazardous to drivers, their passengers, and others who […]
A car accident can leave you with vehicle repairs, excessive medical bills, and possibly even a life that is altered forever. Even minor car accidents can leave people with thousands of dollars in car repair costs and just as much, if not more, in medical expenses. Knowing what to do after a car accident can […]
If you have not purchased a new car in recent years, you might be quite impressed by the latest safety features available. Research on car accident data, artificial intelligence, and more advanced systems make todays vehicles safer than ever before. Understanding the different options can help you make the best and safest decisions throughout the […]
A head-on collision is one of the most dangerous types of car accidents. When two vehicles traveling in opposite directions crash head on, the results can be disastrous. Although head-on collisions can happen anywhere, they commonly occur on undivided rural roads. Head-on collisions have a higher rate of serious injuries and fatalities to the vehicle […]
When a woman knows she is pregnant and excited about what is to come, she wants to do everything in her power to protect her body and baby. However, pregnant women are put at risk when they get into a car. While pregnant women do this every day without issue, the risks are greater. If […]
Car accidents are bound to happen with so many vehicles and people moving in different directions in parking lots. According to the National Safety Council (NSC), tens of thousands of these accidents occur annually, resulting in debilitating injuries and costly property damage. It is not always easy to determine who is at fault for a […]
Rush hour is a dangerous time to be driving. One in four car accidents occur in rush hour traffic, according to Drive Safely. The mere fact of the increased numbers of vehicles out on the road contributes to an increase in accidents. Add to that the reality that people are trying to get to and […]
Summer is a time to slow down and enjoy the sunshine, but the warm-weather months also come with more traffic and road hazards. Before you hit the highway for a fun getaway, you should learn about the most common car accidents that happen in June, July, and August, and brush up on safety tips to […]
