After a long winter, the arrival of Spring is certainly welcome. It’s no understatement to say that the warmer weather and lighter evenings can make you feel so much happier. It’s a good opportunity to get outside and spend a bit more time on the road enjoying the...
Kokomo Personal Injury Law Blog
Do you need a new motorcycle helmet before Spring?
If you’re polishing your motorcycle in the garage in anticipation of taking it out again when winter finally seems to be gone for good (or at least until later this year), it’s wise to consider whether you need a new helmet. Even though Indiana law only requires those...
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...
How winter weather can affect the safety of your vehicle
Many different factors lead to car and truck accidents in the U.S. Three of the top contributing elements include driver error, lack of vehicle maintenance and adverse weather conditions. It is not always possible to avoid truck and car accidents. However, knowing how...
2 reasons car-deer crashes are such a serious concern in Indiana
Deer are graceful animals, and people often pull off to the side of the road if they happen to spot a flock frolicking in a snowy field or munching on downed apples in an orchard. It can be a beautiful experience to witness deer playing in their natural environment....
Distracted driving is more than just using your cellphone
When most people think of a distracted driver, the picture that comes to mind is a person using their cell phone while driving. It is not always the case. While cell phone use counts as the number one driver distraction, it is not the only one. As the driver, all your...
What is seat belt syndrome?
Even though not everybody likes to use them, seat belts save thousands of lives every year and prevent even more injuries. However, that doesn’t mean that seat belts are perfect. Even when used exactly the way that they’re intended, the combination of the jolt from...
Does traffic congestion increase car accidents?
If you’ve ever been driving during rush hour, you’re very familiar with the idea of increased traffic congestion. There are certain times in the day when it simply doesn’t feel like the road can handle all of the vehicles that are on it. This can cause traffic to...
Black ice poses a threat to drivers in winter
Summer has been and gone and the fall is now turning into winter. Temperatures in Kokomo, Indiana, have already reached sub-zero. Sub-zero temperatures mean not only the potential for snow but also black ice. While snow can also be dangerous, it is evident, so drivers...
Why the end of DST brings more crashes
Indiana drivers haven’t had to deal with Daylight Saving Time (DST) nearly as long as most people in the U.S. have. That can make our roads even more dangerous than most in the days and weeks after DST begins and ends. In March, “springing ahead” and losing an hour...
