Wrong-way crashes typically happen when a car gets on a divided highway in the wrong direction, often mistaking an off-ramp for an on-ramp or the other way around. Since these wrecks are usually head-on collisions at high speeds, they are often fatal. Unfortunately,...
Motor Vehicle Accidents
3 traumatic motorcyclist injuries
While motorcycles are an enjoyable luxury, they are dangerous. Motorcycles don’t have the same protective outer layers as cars. This means that motorcyclists are more likely to suffer from severe injuries than other drivers. Furthermore, motorcycles are lighter and...
Who is liable for T-bone accidents?
When two cars collide at a perpendicular angle, this scenario is commonly referred to as a T-bone accident. These accidents often occur at intersections and can result in serious injuries due to the limited protection the side of a car provides. These collisions can...
Why are fatal accidents more likely on rural roads?
Fatal accidents are more likely to take place on more remote, rural roads. This fact is often surprising to people who drive in rural areas frequently. These roads may feel safer because they are less populated, but statistics show that they are affected by a notably...
Tips for driving in heavy traffic
Driving in heavy traffic can be a nerve-wracking experience, even for seasoned drivers. The close proximity of vehicles, frequent stops, and slow pace can make it a stressful ordeal. Add to that the unpredictability of other drivers, and it's easy to see why heavy...
Reducing the risk of passenger distractions
With over 280 million registered cars on the roads in the U.S., driving is a popular way to get around. In some cases, workers drive their daily commute. For others, driving allows them to take trips away with their family and friends. In any case, it’s important to...
How truck driver fatigue contributes to accidents
Truck drivers play a pivotal role in keeping supply chains operational. However, a serious issue threatens this intricate network: truck driver fatigue. This widespread issue has garnered attention due to its significant contribution to road accidents. It is...
3 times a broken bone could turn into a life-altering injury
Broken bones are common injuries caused by car crashes. The force of a collision can very easily break bones in the human body even at moderate speeds. Unlike other, more obviously severe injuries, broken bones frequently do not seem like serious health concerns to...
5 causes of auto accidents
It’s very rare that a day goes by without someone suffering from a car accident. Studies have shown that over five million people suffer from car accidents a year, which equates to over ten thousand injuries a day due to collisions. Many of these accidents are caused...
All drivers should know about underride truck accidents
Few things are scarier than sharing the road with a massive tractor-trailer. Fortunately, most encounters between large trucks and small passenger vehicles proceed safely, with no one getting hurt. Other times, however, the worst can happen, and you or someone you...