Cellphones are one of the top reasons, if not the top reason, for distracted driving. Even when it is illegal to hold the phone and use it while they drive, people are still willing to take the chance. Many of them are simply socially conditioned to respond to...
As a driver, one of the scariest things that can happen behind the wheel is to have your brakes stop working. They can stop working for any number of reasons ranging from a mechanical failure to damage to the brake lines. No matter what the reason is that your brakes...
Driving up and down the mountain passes is a common occurrence for many local residents, but it’s something that’s dangerous for everyone. Whether you take these mountain roads daily or only traverse them periodically, you need to brush up on driving safety tips that...
The total population of teenage drivers in the United States is relatively small. This age group only encompasses those between 16 and 19 years old. You do have some drivers who are on the road before that, as they get training when they're 15, but they can't get a...
Accidents involving trucks tend to get somewhat complicated, especially when determining fault – particularly when the trucker involved is classified as an independent contractor. Usually, trucking companies are responsible for the actions of drivers who are...
When you study car accident trends, you’ll find that rural roads are more dangerous than city streets. Generally speaking, there are far more vehicles covering far more miles on city streets, but the total number of fatal accidents on both types of roads is quite...
Every time you get behind the wheel, you accept that there is the risk and potential to be involved in an accident. Unfortunately, this is true even if everyone is being cautious and driving safely. The bigger issue is that the likelihood of a crash is much higher...
If you had to choose, would you drive distracted or drunk? Which one do you think is safer? This is a trick question. The truth is that drunk driving, as well as distracted driving, can both be very dangerous and lead to similar outcomes like serious injuries or...
Most rear-end car accidents in Edmonds, Washington, lead to severe or catastrophic injuries, including neck trauma and spinal cord damage. You can file an insurance claim to address these injuries, but most agree that, when possible, it is better to avoid an injury....
Most people know that walking is good for their health. In fact, experts recommend this low-impact form of exercise to almost everyone, regardless of their age and fitness level. Walking is an excellent form of exercise and an environmentally-friendly form of...
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