Riding around traffic can be dangerous for cyclists. They do have a legal right to share the road, but they are at a significant disadvantage when considering the size and weight of the vehicles around them. As such, it’s important for cyclists to know how to stay...
Having company in the vehicle is generally a good thing. Perhaps you carpool with colleagues from work or take your family on regular trips. Having some company with you can feel like a welcome distraction, but on the road, no distractions are welcome. You need to be...
Car crashes do more than just cause property damage. They can leave people severely or fatally injured. The law, therefore, requires that anyone involved in a collision where other people get hurt to stop to check on the other people involved and report the matter to...
Millions of people in the U.S. drive every single day. The majority of them make it to and from their destination safely. Unfortunately, this isn’t the case for all road users. There are over 5 million crashes in the U.S. every year, with over 38,000 people losing...
When people talk about phones and the role they play in car crashes, the focus is often about how distraction causes wrecks. People who cannot set their phones down may become so distracted at the wheel that they end up causing completely preventable collisions....
There are many different factors that contribute to the odds that an accident will result in fatal injuries. For instance, fatal injuries are more likely when vehicles are moving at a faster rate of speed. It’s simply a problem of physics, as more speed means that...
Driving is a significant milestone in a teenager's life, symbolizing independence and freedom. However, it comes with its set of risks. And unfortunately, statistics show that teenage drivers cause more car accidents than other age groups. Moreover, according to the...
This spring, a group of Louisiana State University students unveiled their work on a crosswalk near the student union. The “creative crosswalk,” as they’re calling it, features a large tiger (in honor of LSU’s mascot) that’s hard to miss. That’s the point – and that’s...
Some roads experience a lot of collisions because they host a lot of traffic when the bars close for the night. Other neighborhoods may experience a seasonal spike in crashes because tourists tend to frequent those areas more than others. Although a crash can...
The thrill and freedom of riding a motorcycle are incomparable experiences. Yet, the open nature of a motorcycle means riders are more exposed and vulnerable than drivers enclosed in a vehicle. Motorcyclists should adhere to certain best practices to mitigate risks...