Blog: Motor Vehicle Accidents
- 5 factors that contribute to aggressive driving
Mar 14, 2023
Aggressive driving is one of the leading causes of accidents. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), aggressive driving is operating a motor vehicle in a manner that endangers other road users. But why would a driver do this? Here are five factors that can contribute to this conduct: 1. Drunkenness A drunk driver can have a false sense of invincibility, making them overconfident to engage in risky behaviors, such as speeding, tailgating,...Read More - Why you should never put off medical care after an auto wreck
Mar 7, 2023
After an auto accident, it is not unusual to feel overwhelmed and stressed. If you feel fine after the accident, you may put off seeking medical treatment. Unfortunately, this may backfire in the future. While no one wants to go to the doctor after an auto accident, you should seek treatment. Learn why here. The possibility of delayed or hidden injuries When you are involved in an accident (or any high-stress situation), your body’s “fight...Read More - 3 types of distracted driving
Feb 14, 2023
When you think of distracted driving, you’re probably thinking of someone using their cellphone. There are two reasons for this. The first is simply that distracted driving often does involve smartphones, and so it’s simply an example that people see play out frequently. But cellphone use qualifies as distracted driving on another level. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention have identified three specific types of distracted driving that happen. When someone uses a phone...Read More - 2 reasons a broken bone could make you miss work
Dec 23, 2022
The incredible force involved in a motor vehicle collision can cause a whole host of serious injuries. People can hurt their heads or damage their spinal cords. Broken bones are also very common. When compared with other potential injuries, a broken bone may not seem that serious. However, broken bones or fractures can lead to thousands of dollars in medical expenses and also lost wages. People sometimes settle an insurance claim after breaking a bone...Read More - How to prepare for driving in the dark
Nov 7, 2022
The clocks just turned back. When combined with the seasonal changes, it means you will probably spend more time driving in the dark than you have been over the past few months. Unlike certain species, human eyes are not designed for seeing in the dark, so driving becomes inherently more dangerous. Here are some things you can do to help yourself see as well as possible when driving at night: Check your headlamps Blown bulbs...Read More - Not all motorcycle accidents result in death
Oct 26, 2022
When you think of motorcycle accidents, you might be tempted to narrow your thought toward fatalities. That wouldn’t be surprising, given that motorcycle accidents have an increased risk of death simply by design. However, not all motorcycle accidents lead to death. Eighty-two thousand riders were injured in 2018. Wearing protective gear can help minimize injuries, but only if it’s the right gear. Injuries sustained from a motorcycle crash can be significant and have lasting consequences...Read More - It’s time to prepare for fall and winter driving
Oct 13, 2022
Winter has famously treacherous driving conditions, but fall is the season that takes most people by surprise. Though there’s no ice and snow on the ground yet, shorter days and overnight frosts catch even the most experienced drivers off guard. Here are a few things to keep in mind as we ease into fall and winter driving. Take it slow in the morning It may reach a pleasant 60 degrees in the afternoon, but overnight...Read More - 4 reasons a driver may be drifting across the lane
Aug 17, 2022
If you have driven for long, you have probably noticed a few drivers who struggle to keep their car in a straight line. When you see that, you should give them a wide berth as they could prove dangerous to you. Here are some possible reasons why: 1. They do not have a license Maybe the driver is a 12-year-old who has stolen the car for a joyride and cannot fully reach the controls. Stranger...Read More - Should you swerve to avoid an animal?
Jul 6, 2022
An animal darts into the road in front of you. You see the eyes as it freezes in your headlights, and you have to decide what to do instantly. You have to react. Your instincts tell you to swerve to the left and go around it. That’s the easiest way to avoid a crash. But should you actually do that? Do not cause a two-car crash The truth is that these types of animal-related issues...Read More - How much space equals a safe following distance when driving?
Jun 22, 2022
A lot of people who end up tailgating other drivers don’t even know that they’re doing so. The problem is that they don’t know how large the gap needs to be in order for people in both cars to be safe. They believe they are being safe, but the driver ahead of them does not. This is an important distinction because people often assume that tailgating is aggressive behavior. And it certainly can be, but...Read More