Many, if not most, pedestrian crashes are truly the fault of the drivers that strike people who are traveling on foot. All too often, drivers don't pay attention to their surroundings and fail to check for pedestrians, even in places like parking lots and the...
Whether you are a new or seasoned motorist, you need a great deal of awareness to drive safely. Unfortunately, studies have shown that cell phone use while driving is one of the leading causes of distractions and, thus, car accidents in the U.S. If you are a victim of...
Drowsy driving is a significant public safety concern that can have deadly consequences. Every year, countless severe injuries and fatalities are related to fatigue-impaired drivers. Here are some facts about drowsy driving and minimizing your risk of becoming too...
A car crash can leave you hospitalized and unable to work or fend for yourself for a considerable while. Given that the bills don’t stop coming despite your situation, an early settlement offer by the insurer may seem tempting. However, you need to be careful before...
For most people, driving is unavoidable. Yet, every time you travel in a vehicle, or even cross the street as a pedestrian, you run a significant risk of personal injury. In 2021 alone, there were 118,498 crashes in the Commonwealth of Virginia, causing 968 fatalities...
Traveling during rush hour is sometimes unavoidable. Some people have to drive in heavy traffic to get to and from work. You must ensure that you’re driving safely and taking the best precautions possible so you can make it to your destination. While you can drive as...
When looking to buy a new car, you might be tempted by the advanced in-car infotainment systems on offer. These can do many things, from channeling your phone calls and emails to playing music, offering route guidance and even playing videos. While they sound great,...
There are many rules that restrict your activity while driving for your safety and the safety of the general public. Despite mandatory driver's education programs and public awareness efforts, many drivers still break some of the most crucial safe statutes, including...
A car accident can leave you with different kinds of injuries. While some injuries like bruises and minor cuts may not be significant, others can be life-altering. If you are involved in a car accident, it is important that you seek treatment as soon as possible. And...
Spinal cord injuries are possible when you’re involved in a car crash. The level of the injury impacts what effects a person will have because the area of the body that’s affected by the injury is always lower than the damaged part of the spinal cord. A person with a...