One of the biggest contributors to auto accidents is driving while under the influence of drugs or alcohol. When it comes to auto accidents there are many factors involved, and no two accidents are the same. However, there are common things that … [Read more...]
Drunk Drivers on St. Patrick’s Day
While many people celebrate St. Patrick's Day responsibly, some will choose to get behind the wheel of their car while drunk! St. Patrick's Day is a holiday that is celebrated every year on March 17. The holiday began as a religious feast day in … [Read more...]
27 People are Killed By a Drunk Driver Every Day
"Each day, people drive drunk more than 300,000 times, but only about 3,200 are arrested." Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) reminds us of the prevalence of drunk drivers on our roads. Every day, 27 people are killed by a drunk driver. … [Read more...]
3 Most Dangerous Avoidable Car Accident Causes
The majority of car crashes are caused by dangerous driving behaviors that are avoidable. According to the Insurance Research Council, over 5.6 million car accidents were reported in 2013. 1,591,000 of these crashes caused personal injury and … [Read more...]
The Cost of Driving Drunk
There are more than 250,000 people who are injured by someone driving under the influence a year. About 10,000 victims are killed in accidents involving a drunk driver. People who are victims of a drunk driving accident can suffer bone … [Read more...]
DUI Car Pedestrian Accident Settlement
Drinking and driving is a dangerous habit responsible for thousands of accidents each year. Statistics compiled by the FBI reveal that in 2010, about 1.4 million people were arrested for driving under the influence (DUI) of either alcohol or … [Read more...]
The Risks Associated with Buzzed Driving
Drivers who have had little to drink tend to believe that they are not drunk enough to cause an accident. They give a number of excuses to prove that they are okay to drive. For instance, you may claim that you only had a few drinks, only beer, … [Read more...]
Labor Day Weekend – Ways to Stay Safe on the Road
Labor Day Weekend has one of the highest rates of car accidents than any other weekend of the year. Labor Day falls on Monday, September 7 this year. For all those who are overburdened by stress due to work, this holiday weekend provides an … [Read more...]
The 10 Worst Days of the Year to Be on the Road
There are more car accidents that occur on certain days of the year compared to other days. Not all days are created equal when it comes to driving. In fact, there are more car accidents that occur on certain days of the year compared to other … [Read more...]
Punitive Damages for Drunk Driving Lawsuits
Despite heavy penalties for the crime of drunk driving, over a million drivers make the choice to get behind the wheel while intoxicated. Drivers from all age groups and across every economic background face criminal charges for drunk … [Read more...]