Accidents happen even on a good day, but this Memorial Day weekend, many drivers will be heading out of town to celebrate the start of summer. With so many drivers traveling, the risk for an accident increases. According to the National Safety Council, it is estimated that over 400 people will suffer fatal injuries in car accidents over Memorial Day weekend this year. The key to being safe behind the wheel during this busy weekend is to pay attention to[…] Read More
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Motorcycle Accidents
Riding a motorcycle is a means of transportation as well as an enjoyable form of recreation. Yet, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, motorcycle accident fatalities occurred 28 times more than in other motor vehicles in 2016. Motorcycle riders share the road with significantly larger and heavier vehicles, from passenger cars to trucks, heavy equipment, and tractor trailers. Motorcycle riders should practice safe driving skills and be prepared for the risks that are on roadways across the country.[…] Read More
Red Light Accidents
Red light accident fatalities are on the rise, according to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS). Hundreds of people are killed in red light accident collisions, partly due to the decrease in communities with red light camera programs. Without red light speed cameras in place, drivers are more likely to run red lights and cause potentially fatal accidents. Our Atlantic City car accident lawyers are dedicated to helping victims of red light accidents obtain the financial compensation they deserve.[…] Read More
Drinking and Driving on Prom Night Leads to Car Accidents
Millions of teens across the country are excitedly preparing for high school prom season. Finding the right date, suit, and dress are among those wonderful milestones high-schoolers look forward to and adults remember fondly. Yet according to the latest data on prom weekend car accidents, there is a real threat looming over these magical evenings – drinking and driving. According to recent surveys, around one-third or more of teens and their friends will likely use drugs or alcohol at prom.[…] Read More
National Work Zone Awareness Week
As we approach National Work Zone Awareness Week (NWZAW), which takes place from April 8 to 12, we bring our attention to the millions of workers who tend to emergencies, repair our highways and infrastructure, and enforce the law on roadways throughout the country. These men and women are not only exposed to the elements, but they are also at the mercy of drivers operating vehicles around them. Efforts among a dozen different agencies, including the National Highway Traffic Safety[…] Read More
Common Causes of Distracted Driving Accidents
Distracted driving is a public health issue impacting communities across the United States. Nationwide, distracted driving causes around one-fourth of all fatal car accidents. In 2016 alone, an estimated 391,000 people were injured in distracted driving accidents across the country. To raise awareness about the dangers of distracted driving, the National Safety Council (NSC) named April Distracted Driving Awareness Month. According to NSC estimates, mores than one-quarter of all motor vehicle crashes involve cell phones. It is not only mobile[…] Read More
Construction Worker Fatigue
Workers in some of the highest-risk occupations experience frequent fatigue on the job, according to a report by the National Safety Council (NSC). The subjects polled included construction workers and others employed in utility, manufacturing and the transportation industries. The report, Fatigue in Safety-Critical Industries: Impact, Risks and Recommendations, also surveyed employers, and the data shows that a significant majority of these respondents are tired at work. More concerning is the fact that fatigue can lead to safety-related incidents on[…] Read More
Merging Accidents
Anyone who has driven long enough has experienced merging onto a roadway. With many passing vehicles traveling at various speeds, and one vehicle trying to enter the path, merging accidents occur on a regular basis. However, this type of vehicle accident is complicated when determining who was at fault. Many people who have been hurt in a merging accident obtain representation from a personal injury attorney. Reasons for Merging Accidents Merging accidents happen at different traffic flow junctures. When a[…] Read More
Pedestrians and Distracted Drivers
We live in a digital age that helps streamline our daily lives and improves our communications and access to information. Yet, with the constant use of technological devices comes a disturbing increase in distracted driving accidents. Distracted driving can cover everything from talking on the phone to operating navigation systems. For pedestrians, distracted drivers are a hazard that has caused increased fatalities of almost 50 percent from 2005 to 2010 alone. Statistics may not reflect the true numbers, since distracted[…] Read More
Benefits and Drawbacks of Driver Assistance Technology
In the past 20 years, technology has rapidly evolved. This evolution led to advancements that made life significantly safer and easier. One example of this ever-changing world is driver assistance technologies. These technologies are relatively new, however, they are slowly impacting the way people operate vehicles. They allow for a safer driving experience by eliminating the risks of human-error. Human-error may be responsible for mistakes that lead to car accidents. Some of these mistakes may include failing to brake properly,[…] Read More