Being in any kind of car accident is stressful. But an accident involving an unlicensed driver can be even more challenging, especially if you’re also recovering from car accident injuries. Here’s what you should know if you’re involved in an accident with an unlicensed driver. Who’s Liable? Liability is determined by the circumstances that caused […]
Every 33 Seconds, a Child Under 13 is Involved in a Car Accident
That’s a sobering statistic, particularly when you consider the injuries and emotional impact a car accident can have. Did you know that child passenger safety practices vary across states and modes of transportation? The National Safety Council (NSC) is calling for uniform child passenger restraint laws with the goal of ensuring that children are safe […]
Motor Vehicle Injury Statistics: How Children Are Impacted
No one wants to be involved in a car accident, but unfortunately, they happen every day. Due to their smaller statures, children who are in vehicles that crash are often injured. The Motor Vehicle Occupant Safety Fact Sheet was recently updated to provide more information about how car accidents impact kids between the ages of […]
Distracted Driving Puts Everyone at Risk
The National Safety Council estimates that eight people die and hundreds of others are injured each day in automobile accidents related to distracted driving. April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month, which serves as a reminder that being distracted while driving puts everyone at risk. Three Major Types of Distractions There are three major types of […]
Stay Safe Driving in Winter Weather
Snow, sleet, ice. Winter weather conditions can get dangerous quickly. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reports that there were 440 fatal crashes and 33,000 crashes resulting in injuries that occurred in wintry conditions in 2019. Making sure you and your vehicle are prepared for winter driving can help you stay safe on the […]
