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The most dangerous types of distracted driving

Distracted driving is being exposed as one of the most troublesome causes of car accidents. Distracted driving is completely preventable, but in our fast-paced, stressful lives, driving while distracted is unfortunately very common. If you have recently been involved in a car accident that caused damages and the cause has not yet been established, you may want to consider whether distracted driving was potentially the reason why the collision occurred.

Sleep deprivation can be risky for new parents and their children

When you think about drowsy drivers, you may picture a trucker who has been on the road for too many hours, a factory worker driving home after working the night shift or an elderly person who does not realize he or she has epilepsy. However, there is another at-risk population that people often do not consider. Many new parents get less that 6.5 hours of sleep each night, according to

Helping your teenage child to avoid car accidents

Teenage drivers have a higher risk of becoming involved in an accident for several reasons. First, their lack of experience can lead them to make mistakes when dealing with a complex or stressful situation. Second, teens are statistically more likely to engage in risky behavior than adults in general. Third, teens may be influenced by the actions of friends and could be more susceptible to peer pressure regarding things like

The three key types of driving distractions

Everyone must pass a test to become a licensed driver, but the fact of the matter is not everyone is a great driver. And even great drivers make mistakes sometimes and get distracted. While more and more we are hearing about cell phones being the main cause of distracted driving, it was an issue long before our phones became like computers in our pockets. Distracted driving comes in a multitude

Understanding the meaning of recklessness in car accidents

Tragically, many people are killed or seriously injured in car accidents across the United States every year. While some instances of car wrecks were due to unforeseeable circumstances and could not have been prevented, others occur due to the sheer disregard some drivers show for the safety of others on the road. Many different terms are used to establish fault in a car accident. These include intent, negligence, and recklessness.

Why do we forget traumatic events?

You get into a car accident, but you have no idea what happened. You only know you were in a car accident because they tell you about it at the hospital. Your family members even come in and show you pictures of your car, which was completely destroyed in the wreck. They tell you that you’re lucky to be alive. But why can’t you remember it? You do remember getting

Why are they blocking traffic?

When you are in a hurry to get somewhere, little is more of an inconvenience than another vehicle blocking your way. And if you aren’t careful, you may find yourself getting irritated without considering what happened or whether everyone’s alright. In some instances, you might feel as though you should stop and offer to help. However, unless there is a place for you to pull over out of harm’s way,

3 siblings and their friend die in a single accident

There has been some tragic news out of Texas lately, as three siblings all passed away in the same car accident, along with one of their friends. It appears that the group was all heading to a dance competition together when they got involved in the crash. Another sibling was a part of that competition, and they were simply going to watch. Reports indicate that the three children were 17

Understanding vehicular homicide in Texas

Losing a loved one due to a car accident is something that no-one should ever have to go through. Knowing that the irresponsible actions of another person could have caused the death of your loved one can feel like too much to bear. It is important that you take the time to grieve your loved one before taking legal action to get justice. However, if you feel that you are

How you can protect yourself against others’ road rage

An aggressive driver’s anger may be short-lived but the danger they present could affect you for years to come. If you encounter an angry driver at 15 mph or 75 mph, it is important to remain calm and remember how to protect yourself. Action and emotion Until self-driving cars become the norm, one of the most dangerous things inside a car will be the driver. As a driver, you must

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