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Children are heading back to school; which means there are more kids on the roads as they walk to the bus or to school. Drivers need to be extra careful and be aware of the danger of pedestrian accidents. Here are some simple tips to avoid pedestrian accidents this back to school season. Preventing Pedestrian Collisions Involving School …
It is the responsibility of an emergency vehicle driver to ensure that they refrain from driving recklessly and in an unreasonably dangerous manner. Emergency vehicles have permission to jump traffic signals, drive the wrong way in a traffic lane, speed, and pass other cars in ways that would otherwise violate traffic rules. Despite such allowances, an emergency vehicle …
A recent AAA study shows an increased risk of being in a car accident caused by road debris. We all know that common causes of car accidents include distracted driving, drunk driving, and speeding. However, not many of us consider road debris too much of a danger, especially not significant enough to cause a car accident. However, a …
Drivers in the age group of 15-24 years make up 14 percent of the population, but they account for almost 30 percent of medical bills related to automobile accident injuries. Approximately 253,000,000 cars and trucks are on American roads every day. The average age of these vehicles is 11 years. Many teen drivers are just a few years …
A new study shows that wheelchair-bound pedestrians who get involved in a car accident are more likely to suffer catastrophic injuries or even death. Pedestrian accidents are always serious; most of them result in serious injuries to the pedestrian while the driver of the car often escapes unscathed. Many pedestrians are killed in car accidents. A new study …
What is Tailgating? Tailgating is driving too close to another vehicle at a distance, which does not guarantee that stopping to avoid a collision is possible. Following too close, accidents typically occur in urban areas where stop lights, signs, and pedestrian traffic can lead to a driver stopping suddenly. Tailgating and Road Rage Tailgating is often …