When your teenager has just passed their driving test, it’s the best time of their life. They’re making the most of their newly found freedom by taking on the open road. As a parent, however, it can be pretty terrifying. You know that there are things you only learn...
Bicyclists face a number of risks when on the road – even after taking proper safety precautions, drivers of motor vehicles often do not see bicycle riders. A bicyclist is likely to be severely injured if involved in a car crash, which makes identifying all potential...
If you are among the many who choose walking as your primary mode of transport, you have a vested interest in Central Virginia pedestrian safety. A 2022 report revealed a 34% increase in state pedestrian accident fatalities over those that occurred in 2021. Staying...
The rules of evidence, generally, prohibit hearsay—a statement made out of court admitted for its truth. Of course, the application of the rule and its numerous exceptions is often a more difficult task, but the basic rule against hearsay is a longstanding fixture of...
The biggest risk on the road is typically the actions of other people. It only takes a few seconds for someone's bad choices at the wheel to lead to a crash. No matter how safe you try to be, another driver might start recording a social media video or choose to drive...
Semitruck crashes can lead to very serious injuries, sometimes fatalities. When one of these catastrophic wrecks occurs, determining the cause is one of the priorities. There are several of these to consider. While some people automatically assume that the trucker is...
Parents who are driving their children around probably already know how distracting children can be. These parents must ensure they’re not allowing the distraction to overtake them because a distracted driver can cause catastrophic crashes. There are many things...
Sometimes the best way to find out if it is getting safer or more dangerous to drive is by studying accident statistics from previous years. Fortunately, the Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) offers up-to-date information about vehicle accidents annually....
Hazing has been rightfully described as an epidemic. It is estimated that over half of university students partake in some form of hazing each year, not only in fraternities and sororities, but in recreational clubs, academic clubs, and honor societies as well. In...
People often assume that, in a car crash, their airbag will protect them from most of the damage. Your face, however, may take the full force of your airbag and anything in between, which may cause injuries. Here are a few common injuries your face might suffer after...