Category: Car Accident

Winter officially begins on December 21, but certain parts of the country are already experiencing freezing temperatures, as well as snow, ice, and freezing rain. Driving during these extreme weather conditions can be treacherous, particularly if a motorist has not taken the necessary steps to prepare their vehicle for winter. Drivers who have not already[…]

On Sunday, November 1, parts of the United States will turn the clocks back an hour as Daylight Savings Time comes to an end. Commuters who leave work after 5:00 p.m. may be driving home in the dark. While the extra hour of sleep is a bonus, it can disrupt regular sleep patterns, which can[…]

Studies indicate that most adults in the United States spend eight to 10 hours a week behind the wheel. Motorists who are accustomed to driving may not pause to think about hazards that crop up as seasons change. When summer turns to fall, there are many things that drivers should consider before they go out[…]

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), more than 3 million Americans sustain nonfatal injuries in car crashes every year. When someone’s injuries are the result of another person’s negligence, the injured party may file a personal injury claim to cover the damages sustained in the accident. However, there is one problem:[…]

Just a few months ago, the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration (NHTSA) issued its first proposal to modernize the existing occupant safety standards for vehicles equipped with semi-automated driving systems. The standards that are currently in place fail to take into account automated vehicles without traditional manual controls. Creating up-to-date occupant protection standards is a[…]