Category: Auto Accidents
Autonomous Cars
Auto industry enthusiasts have been anticipating the day when autonomous vehicles will be out on the open road. With help from a recent decision by American auto safety regulators, that day may be coming sooner rather than later. Getting Autonomous Vehicles on the Road Autonomous cars are self-driving vehicles that operate without standard devices including[…]
Dram Shop/Social Host Liability and Holiday Parties
The winter holidays are an especially dangerous time to be on the roads, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). The agency reports that 29 people die each day in the U.S. due to alcohol-related vehicle crashes. During this time of year, many people are attending holiday parties where alcohol is served. As[…]
One-Third of Teens Text Behind the Wheel
According to a recently published study in the Journal of Adolescent Health, at least one in three teenagers admit to texting while driving. More than 101,000 teenagers 14-years-old and above were asked a variety of questions about unsafe driving behaviors – and the findings are both eye opening and scary. Teen Driving Statistics The Centers[…]
Child Passenger Safety
Automobile accidents are the leading cause of injury and death for children. Data shows that using car seats and other child-specific restraints decreases the rate of injury by more than 70%, and the risk of death by nearly one-third. Prioritizing the safety of young passengers is critical – and so is following reputable guidelines on[…]
Thanksgiving Travel Safety
Every year around the holiday season, millions of people look forward to celebrating (and eating) with their friends and loved ones. According to a recent press release from the American Automobile Association (AAA), more than 48 million Americans plan to travel 50 miles or more this Thanksgiving (November 22nd). Driving is one of the most[…]