The ongoing disruptions to the supply chain of goods entering the United States continue to reverberate across many industries. Now, with winter fully upon us, drivers face tire shortages because those made in Asian markets remain stuck in the throng of goods unable...
Car Accidents
How do you make a claim after a hit-and-run crash?
If you are hit by a driver and they keep going, then you’re a victim of a hit-and-run collision. A hit-and-run crash is serious because the person who could be liable for the expenses accrued because of your injuries or the damage to your vehicle has left you without...
Why tiredness can kill on the roads
Have you ever told someone you are too tired to go out? Or have you ever left a piece of work till the morning because you were so tired you could no longer give it the attention needed? Everyone gets tired occasionally, and everyone needs to put things off because of...
Are driverless cars finally safe enough to share our roads?
The Amazon-owned company, Zoox, will begin testing its autonomous (driverless) vehicles right here in Seattle very soon. Reportedly, the startup is excited to test the cars here partly because of our challenging weather conditions. Representatives of Zoox say these...
Do you know what’s required under Washington’s “Move Over” law?
A series of tragic accidents involving tow truck drivers have brought renewed attention to the fact that far too many drivers seem to be unaware of Washington state’s “Move Over” law. As of August, at least 15 tow truck operators and technicians have been killed this...
Why do drivers crash into motorcyclists?
When you hear people talking on the TV about a traffic accident, they usually refer to the vehicles. For example, a car hit a motorcycle or a truck pulled in front of a bike. Doing so makes it easy to forget that vehicles are inanimate objects. It is a person who...
3 common manual distractions that may impact drivers
When behind the wheel, drivers have a variety of details that require their focus: steering, monitoring their speed, checking their mirrors, looking out for hazards and reading road signs, among others. These distractions can lead to accidents, and accidents related...
Car accident injuries victims commonly experience
If you are involved in a car accident while traveling in Washington, you may experience a variety of injuries. In some cases, you may be too hurt to ever return to work, school or other activities that you took part in prior to the accident. Head and neck injuries are...
Being aware of the different forms of distracted driving
There are many dangers on Washington state roads, but one that has become prominent in recent years is distracted driving. While people might have an idea of what activities contribute to a lack of attention – a cellphone for example – they might not know the specific...
Types and causes of spinal fractures
Spinal fractures most often come as the result of trauma, which typically occurs from a motor vehicle accident, fall, sports injury or violence. Washington drivers may find it beneficial to learn about the types of spinal fractures and the most common causes of injury...