The National Safety Council reported that in 2020, there were fewer vehicles on the road due to the quarantine orders, and yet, the rate of accidents increased from the previous year by 14%. This increase is likely due to motorists driving more recklessly in the mistaken belief that fewer cars on the road allows for… Read more »
July 27, 2021
What do Britney Spears, Lindsay Lohan, and Amanda Bynes have in common? They have all been charged with leaving the scene of an accident after a hit and run. A report prepared by the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety www.AAAFoundation.org found that more than one hit-and-run crash occurs every minute on our roadways. Unfortunately, that rate has been steadily increasing each… Read more »
July 14, 2021
Understanding Safety Risks on July 4th When you think of Fourth of July, you immediately think of fireworks. It has been an American tradition since the first anniversary of the holiday back in 1777. Ever since, Americans have proudly celebrated this date by sending fireworks into the summer night’s sky. Unfortunately, along with the beautiful… Read more »
July 01, 2021
Being involved in any kind of accident is a very harrowing experience. At the accident scene, it is common for victims to refuse medical attention thinking they are okay; however, even mild pain can mask a more serious injury. In addition, it can take several hours, several days or even longer for injuries to manifest.… Read more »
June 25, 2021
Today, there are approximately 7.6 million active semi-trucks and trailers sharing the roadway with motorists. With that in mind, there are important safety considerations that motorists should be aware of to avoid potential accidents when traveling alongside commercial vehicles. Keep Your Distance Trucks often weigh up to 30 times more than passenger cars. This makes… Read more »
June 22, 2021
