Recent studies by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology’s AgeLab reveal troubling insights into vehicle partial automation systems. These studies show that drivers are more likely to multitask, such as checking...
Whether the result of a change in traffic patterns or another driver failing to follow the rules of the road, a car crash can result in more than just frustration — it can cause serious injury and major financial loss. Those who find themselves navigating this...
Car accidents can be traumatic, especially when children are involved. As a parent, it is important to know how to react and how to support your child after an accident. Here, we provide focused advice for three different age groups: infants in car seats, older...
Amidst the chaos that occurs in the aftermath of a crash, it can be easy to make mistakes. However, one critical step that you should not overlook is consulting with an attorney. Why might you want to reach out to an experienced personal injury lawyer? They can save...
Wearing your seat belt is arguably the most effective way to survive a motor vehicle accident. In fact, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, seat belt usage cuts a driver's chances of suffering a fatal injury by as much as half. Seat belts...
Drowsiness is a major issue that impacts the safety not only of the drowsy driver but anyone else on the road with them. But exactly how does drowsiness impact drivers? In what ways do these dangers manifest? What drowsiness feels like The CDC discusses the impact of...
Vehicle accidents happen every day and cost the U.S. more than $230 billion annually. No one expects to be in a car crash, but how much will you have to pay for medical care if you should become a victim? Post-crash steps to take Even if you are the victim of a minor...
Among the numerous dangers drivers face on the road, distractions serve as one of the most prevalent issues and also the hardest to manage and fight against. Just how do distractions impact drivers, though? Can distractions contribute to the number of crashes the road...
It seems as though just last week you brought your newborn home from the hospital. Now he or she is ready to drive a car. The thought of sending your child out onto the road alone can terrify parents. Here are three tips to help ease your mind as your teenager begins...
As the victim of a motor vehicle accident, you run the risk of receiving traumatic brain damage. From a minor fender bender to a more serious collision, brain damage can occur in any type of accident. According to the Centers of Disease Control and Prevention, car...