According to a 2022 crash data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), there were 42,514 traffic fatalities reported in the nation. Of this total, 7,522 were pedestrians and 1,129 were children. As road congestion increases in Indiana, it is...
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3 dangerous distractions during a commute
Many people in the United States commute to work and back every single day. While distracted driving accidents can technically happen at any time, there is an elevated risk during commuting hours. Additionally, there are some specific distractions that are more likely...
The most dangerous days for pedestrians are fast approaching
Pedestrians are vulnerable when they are close to motor vehicles. Pedestrian collisions can break bones or cause brain injuries. They can also prove fatal in some cases. Pedestrians generally need to monitor their surroundings carefully, prioritize their visibility in...
Why trucking accidents are common during the winter
Accidents involving trucks occur frequently in the U.S. The National Highway Transport Safety Administration (NHTSA) conducted a study to discover the major causes of these accidents, and weather-related factors were one of the listed causes. Different weather...
Riding through winter: Important safety tips for motorcyclists
When winter comes around, you can either park your motorbike and wait for spring or you can prepare to keep riding through the chilly months. The choice is entirely yours. But, if taking a break from riding is not your thing, there are safety measures you need to put...
Tickborne illnesses may lead to serious complications for undiagnosed patients
Living in a state where tickborne illnesses are possible, it’s important for medical staff to be aware of the risks and to take steps to treat patients who show signs of tick-related illnesses. Some of the common tickborne illnesses found in Indiana and nearby states...
What you need to know about jackknife incidents to avoid a crash
Indiana's many roads are very busy during the spring and summer, but we can encounter truckers on the road with us any time of the year, many of us feel comfortable around them because they've undergone additional training to operate their vehicle adequately. Many new...
Wearable technology may help prevent drowsy driving
Any sort of trucking accident has the potential of causing significant damage. This makes sense considering semitrailers can weigh 20 to 30 times more than passenger vehicles.However, it is not just the weight of these large vehicles that contribute to devastating...
3 Safety precautions to take on winter roads
In true Midwest fashion, Indiana sees a considerable amount of snowfall during the winter months. In addition, the drop in temperature makes for slippery road conditions this time of year. So, whether you’re new to winter driving or you’re a seasoned professional,...
3 ways to improve safety when traveling near semitrailers
Any type of vehicle crash can be dangerous, but crashes between semitrailers and smaller vehicles can be particularly devastating, especially for the occupants of the passenger vehicle. While this is partially because of the size difference between semitrailers and...
