Tailgating is often used as an example of aggressive driving. And it certainly is true that many tailgaters are attempting to act aggressively. They may want to pass, or they may want the other driver to speed up. They may be experiencing road rage, feeling angry over...
Car Accidents
Texting and driving are the biggest cause of distracted driving
Distracted driving happens when someone does anything that draws their attention away from driving. A driver may have their attention averted through visual, manual and cognitive distractions. For example, a driver looking at a wreck on the other side of the roadway...
The importance of safe backing practices for cars and trucks
At the beginning of September 2023, Ford Motor Company announced a recall that could cost roughly $270 million. The Big Three automaker needs to replace the rearview cameras on 169,000 different vehicles. This is after a recall in May of 2023 that involved 422,000...
What is seat belt syndrome? Understand the risks
Without any doubt, seat belts do save lives – close to 15,000 of them every year. Just being properly “buckled up” in the front seat of a car can reduce the chances that you’ll be killed by 45%, and it reduces the risk of a serious injury by half. However, seat belts...
Why is fatigued driving such a serious safety issue?
The intricacies of navigating modern life, with its relentless demands and constant pace, have given rise to numerous challenges on the roadways. Among these, fatigued driving has emerged as a silent but deadly menace, endangering not just drowsy drivers but all...
Which are the two most common car crashes on the roadways?
Whether commuting to work, going on a road trip, or simply running errands, people rely heavily on their cars. However, this increased dependency on vehicles also brings a higher risk of accidents. Below are the two most common car crashes on the roadways, their...
What are the most dangerous roads in West Virginia?
Fatal car accidents can happen on any road. Drivers should always be wary of the risks that they face. This is part of the reason why defensive driving is so important. Drivers who can anticipate the mistakes that others make may be able to avoid injurious crashes....
Why are teen drivers more likely to be involved in a car accident?
A concerning pattern has emerged as car accident statistics are continually analyzed. Teenage drivers are more susceptible to car accidents compared to other age groups. As a parent, you can shape your teenagers’ driving behaviors. Open communication about the risks...
How is negligence determined in a car accident?
Only certain car crash scenarios render injury victims eligible to pursue a lawsuit against the party or parties responsible for that harm. In most cases, a plaintiff hoping to initiate legal proceedings will need a viable reason to claim that the other party was...
What is turn signal neglect?
In an era dominated by technological advancements and constant internet connectivity, the dangers of distracted driving have garnered significant attention – and smartphones have taken the brunt of the blame for a lot of accidents. However, there's a lesser-known...