Halloween Safety Tips for Drivers and Pedestrians Halloween is an exciting time filled with costumes, candies, and spooky decorations. Unfortunately, Halloween is one of the most dangerous days of the year for drivers and pedestrians, especially child pedestrians. On average, pedestrians have a 50% higher chance of being killed on Halloween than on any other...Continue reading
Driving Tips for Teens: What You Need to Know Research shows that teen drivers are more vulnerable on the roads. Unfortunately, a leading cause of death for teenagers across the United States is motor vehicle crashes. In 2021, there were 2,608 people killed in car crashes involving a teen driver (15-18 years old). Teenagers embarking...
7 Safety Tips for Fall Driving Fall brings crisp morning air and beautiful colors, but it also brings its share of driving challenges. Autumn months are cooler in many places and temperatures tend to drop significantly at night. As the seasons change, there are also changes to road conditions. It’s important to know fall driving...Continue reading
How Soon Do I Need Physical Therapy After a Car Accident? According to the National Safety Council (NSC), there were 5.4 million medically consulted injuries in motor vehicle accidents in 2021. The total injury costs were estimated to be $498.3 billion dollars. After a car accident, knowing when to start physical therapy is crucial for...
California Car Accident Fatalities Are on the Rise In recent years, California has witnessed a troubling trend – car accident fatalities are rising. According to the National Transportation Research Nonprofit (TRIP), traffic fatalities increased by 22% from 2019 to 2022. There were about 3,606 traffic deaths in 2019, compared to 4,407 in 2022. Despite numerous...
Child Passenger Safety Week Safety Tips Updated: September 15, 2024 Traveling on the road with your family can be a fun adventure. However, it’s crucial to keep kids safe in and around vehicles. It can be stressful when you’re not sure what to expect when traveling, but you can take steps to ensure that your...Continue reading
What to Do About Back Pain After a Car Accident One of the most common car accident injuries sustained in auto accidents is back injuries. According to the National Spinal Cord Injury Statistical Center, there are about 17,810 new spinal cord injury cases each year, and nearly 40% are from a car accident. The pain...
Do I Need Uninsured Motorist Coverage? It’s difficult to be fully prepared for the aftermath of a car accident. Car accident victims often deal with medical bills, car repairs, and pain and suffering. To make matters worse, the person responsible for the accident may be an uninsured or underinsured driver. This can make it difficult...Continue reading
Steps to Take After Being Hit by a Drunk Driver Drunk driving accidents are devastating and preventable. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), 37 people die each day across the US in accidents with drunk drivers. This means about 1 person is killed every 39 minutes in a drunk driving accident. Drunk...
Essential Road Trip Safety Tips With the end of summer on the horizon, expect a significant jump in the number of travelers this Labor Day compared to last year. According to the American Automobile Association (AAA), an estimated 50.7 million drivers were projected to hit the nation’s roads this summer. Labor Day weekend travel is...Continue reading
