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You’ve heard all the statistics and jabs about teen drivers. And, for the most part, they are true. The number one killer of teens is still motor vehicle accidents. Over 5,000 teens per year lose their lives this way. The combination of inexperience and youth can be deadly when it comes to driving. And this problem has only been exacerbated…
Ever since the motor vehicle replaces the horse and buggy, pedestrians have had to contend with vehicles. The rise of vehicles has changed how we travel on roads and walkways. But, never in the history of vehicles has it been more dangerous for pedestrians to get around. This is not just a U.S. problem, this is a worldwide problem. But,…
As Americans, we pride ourselves on being hardworking multitaskers. We shuffle family life, work, and fun, frequently all at the same time. There is one area where there is no room for multitasking: driving. The consequences of attempting to multi-task are dangerous...
Motorcycle accidents are almost always more serious and result in fatality more frequently than vehicle accidents. But there are special risks that motorcyclists face when they are out on the road. One of the major issues that motorcyclists face is driver distraction....
Back in 2007, a terrible accident occurred on I-95 in East Lyme involving a tanker truck, tractor-trailer, and various cars. There were several people killed, and several more seriously injured. Now, nearly 6 years later, a multi-million dollar lawsuit involving various plaintiffs is finally headed to court. Witnesses allege that the tractor-trailer and truck were seen racing and weaving dangerously…
In our consumer-driven society, we are constantly bombarded with the latest innovations. Many times, however, products that come onto the market are not safe and may even result in injury or death. This can be a confusing and disturbing experience for consumers who expect consumer protections to keep them safe or for products on the market to function as advertised.…
Many states all across the country have enacted distracted driving laws that prohibit the use of cellphones and other devices (including handheld and hands-free devices). Here is a state by state guide: http://www.distraction.gov/content/get-the-facts/state-laws.html#top North Dakota became the 31st state to ban texting for all drivers in April of 2011. And the requirements under the law for teens using a variety…