In March 2020, Indiana Governor Eric Holcomb signed House Bill 1070 into law. The law is intended to address distracted driving associated with cell phone use. It will go into effect on July 1, 2020. Cell Phone Use Law for Indiana Drivers The law bans drivers from using or holding a mobile phone while operating […]
Child Passenger Safety Week
Did you know that nearly half of all car seats are installed incorrectly? Car seats and booster seats help keep children safe in automobiles. When properly installed, car seats can reduce the risk of injury in a car accident by 71-82% for children, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). To help […]
Rail Safety Week: Tips for Drivers and Pedestrians
Every year more than 2,000 North Americans are killed or seriously injured due to unsafe behavior around railroad tracks and trains. Operation Lifesaver, Inc. (OLI) and Operation Lifesaver Canada are partnering to raise awareness and encourage safe behavior around railroad tracks during Rail Safety Week, which takes place in the fourth week in September. Stop […]
What Are Common Chest Injuries After a Car Accident?
More than three million Americans are injured each year in car accidents. From whiplash to traumatic brain injuries, the complications can be serious. While car accident injuries can vary greatly due to the circumstances of each crash, there are some common types of injuries, such as chest injuries. In this blog post, we’ll look at […]
Rear-End Collision: Common Causes and Injuries
Rear-end car accidents are one of the most common types of motor vehicle collisions. Out of the approximately six million car accidents in the United States each year, about 40 percent are rear-end collisions. Passengers in both vehicles can be injured in a rear-end collision, but the passengers in the front vehicle tend to be […]
