Drivers have to ensure that their attention is always on driving, but many drivers feel they can multitask without consequence. Unfortunately, this isn’t the case because distractions can impair a driver’s ability to operate their vehicle safely. Many things can...
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3 things teen drivers should remember this summer
If you’re a teenage driver, you may have read some of the recent articles about the high rate of teenage facilities over summer with dismay. Having spent all year with limited time to drive due to classes, you may have been looking forward to making more use of your...
3 reasons summer vacations contribute to car crash risk
The summer is a common time for people to plan vacations. They travel while their children are off from school for the summer and while the weather is warm. Whether people intend to drive to a nearby amusement park with their families or visit a different city than...
Potential compensation in a wrongful death claim
In cases where a loved one passes away in an accident, family members may want to consider a wrongful death claim. They will claim that someone else caused the death through negligence or even intentional action and is thereby responsible. The family can seek...
Why do drivers overlook large, loud motorcycles on the road?
Many drivers who cause preventable collisions claim that they didn't notice certain issues in traffic. People may understand why a driver might insist that they didn't see a pedestrian or a cyclist. People and bicycles are small and all but silent when compared with...
A surprising reason driving from dusk to dawn is dangerous
Driving at night is dangerous for many reasons, but there is one that you may not have thought about—wildlife. Wild animals, such as deer, raccoons and coyotes, are usually more active at night. The limited visibility that drivers face at night makes it much more...
The importance of a truck’s black box post-crash
After a truck crash, one of the most critical pieces of evidence can be found inside the truck’s electronic control module, commonly referred to as the “black box.” Just like the black boxes in airplanes, these event data recorders safeguard potentially consequential...
3 safety tips for avoiding a car-deer crash
Drivers generally understand that they need to pay attention to their vehicles and their surroundings. They need to monitor other motorists and respond appropriately to changes in traffic conditions. They also need to watch for signs of dangerous animal activity....
How can you increase safety when running near traffic?
Not everyone has the luxury of running in beautiful, traffic-free settings. Many runners need to plan their routes alongside traffic on their town’s roads. The following tips can help keep you safer when out running near traffic. Think about where you will cross the...
Safely maneuvering Indiana’s unpredictable spring and summer rain
This time of year, Indiana rain events can range from a light shower to a heavy downpour. You can’t predict with exactitude what kind of rain you’re going to hit when you set out for work or school, on a trip or just a day of running errands. One of the biggest...
