Traffic fatalities are a major problem in the United States. Each day, motorists make various decisions while behind the wheel of their cars that put themselves and others at risk - from texting while driving to operating a vehicle while intoxicated. These are just...
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4 reasons people tailgate — and they’re all dangerous
Tailgating is one of the most dangerous things that a driver can do. Driving too close behind another vehicle leaves little to no time to react to a sudden situation. It can cause a crash that would never have resulted in a wreck at all under normal circumstances. ...
Understanding non-economic damages after a crash
If you suffered significant injuries in a motor vehicle accident, you know there can be lingering after effects. Even worse, these effects are not limited to economic damage. Most victims continue to suffer physical pain and psychological distress in the wake of an...
Why insurance companies are not injured motorcyclist’s “friends”…but lawyers are!
If someone causes an accident and injures you because they were distracted while driving, they should be covering your medical care, lost wages and other losses. For some people, there will be an insurance policy that victims can claim against. But what if the driver...
A second look at motorcycle safety
It’s easy to find motorcycle safety tips all over the internet. While promoting careful and defensive motorcycle driving is very important, it is already a well-known fact that defensive driving is key for bike enthusiasts that share the road with cars and trucks. Why...
Technologies that can increase the chance of car crash survival
Motor vehicle accidents in Londonderry happen every day. Often, safety-minded and crash-aware motorists can avoid a vehicle accident with the use of auto safety features. What technologies can increase your odds of survival? Advancements in vehicle safety technology...
Do speed limiters decrease truck crash rates?
Passenger cars are no match for large vehicles, like trucks, when crashes occur. If death is going to occur in an accident between two unequally-sized vehicles, then the smaller vehicle's occupants are the ones most likely to lose their lives. This sobering reality...
3 kinds of distracted driving many people think are safe
Distracted driving is one of the most common and concerning traffic safety risks on the modern road. The rise in popularity of mobile devices and social media has led to people using their phones more than ever before, including while traveling. To many people,...
How do you choose the right car seat for your child?
Car travel was different fifty years ago. It would not be unusual to see drivers and their passengers smoking with the windows up, driving without seat belts and drinking alcohol before driving. With time, people realized these actions were dangerous. Laws, societal...
What are the most common winter driving mistakes?
Safely navigating New Hampshire roadways in the winter brings challenges due to the weather. But those risks increase considerably when drivers are distracted or exhibit other risky behavior or fail to maintain their vehicles properly. Car maintenance, which includes...