Truck companies and their drivers are integral to the U.S. economy, delivering goods from coast to coast every day. These massive vehicles, often traveling at high speeds, share the roads with much smaller cars and motorcycles, making safety paramount. To ensure this safety, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration imposes certain rules and regulations on […]
Understanding The Modified Comparative Rule in New Jersey
If you find yourself in a car accident in New Jersey, you need to understand how fault and responsibility get determined. The state operates under a rule known as “modified comparative negligence.” While many often confuse it with the “contributory negligence” rule, these are two different concepts. New Jersey’s system could affect the amount of […]
Large truck drivers, fatigue and the risk of an accident
When a large truck driver does not get enough sleep, they pose a serious threat to everyone on the road. Drowsy driving contributes to many large truck collisions, and it is essential for large truck drivers and trucking companies to review various risks associated with trucker fatigue. Aside from poor sleep, many other factors can […]
Smartphones and traffic accident risks
On the road, distractions take many different forms. However, smartphone use while driving causes many distracted driving collisions. Using a phone behind the wheel can cause a driver to lose their mental focus, take their hands off the wheel and their eyes off the road. Even though many people understand the dangers associated with phone […]
Age and fatal motorcycle collisions
Whether you recently started riding a motorcycle at a younger age or you are a biker with decades of experience, it is crucial to pay close attention to the different risks that you face on the road. While riding, you face the risk of serious injuries and even death if an accident occurs, and it […]
Is a headache after a motorcycle crash a sign of a bigger issue?
After a collision on your motorcycle, you may still be able to walk away from the fall you endured and not immediately notice any issues beyond a headache. In the days after a hit to your head or spine, you may notice your mind and body change but not know why. This kind of head […]
Fog and traffic collisions
If you suffer injuries in a traffic accident, your life could become severely affected by the crash. You could have a hard time covering living costs and dealing with your injuries, especially if you have to take time off of work (or you lose the ability to work indefinitely as a result of becoming immobilized). […]
Statistics on large truck crashes and injuries
If you find yourself involved in an accident with a large truck, the sheer size of the vehicle could cause you to suffer major injuries. Moreover, truck drivers can have difficulty controlling these vehicles as a result of their size and it can take longer for them to come to a stop. All of these […]
Going over motorcycle accident risk factors
It is essential for motorcyclists to carefully reflect on various risk factors associated with accidents. On the road, those riding motorcycles become very vulnerable in the event of a collision with a larger vehicle. If someone becomes thrown from their motorcycle during a head-on collision or struck from behind, they could sustain debilitating injuries or […]
Friends: A potential distraction for teen drivers
Teenagers often embark on new adventures and gain newfound independence when they start driving. However, the presence of friends in the car can introduce distractions that can compromise the safety of teen drivers. Here are some of the ways in which friends can cause distractions to teen drivers. Peer pressure and risky behavior Friends may […]
