Car Accidents

When approaching an intersection with a three-colored traffic signal, almost every driver understands that red means stop and green means go. However, there may be some confusion about the proper reaction to a yellow light. A yellow signal is merely a warning that a light is changing from green to…

During the holidays, many of us pile into our cars and take long road trips across the state or across the country to celebrate with family and friends. This means that many of us will be driving for longer periods than usual, on roads we are unfamiliar with, sometimes in…

Whether you are going for a short drive or a long trip, it is important to properly secure your pets and keep your vehicle maintained properly to prevent injuries in accidents. Unrestrained pets can be a distraction for the driver and can contribute to a collision. In the event of a crash, a pet…

With last year’s car accident statistics beginning to be analyzed, traffic fatality numbers are looking pretty grim. Various estimates place the number of deaths from motor vehicle accidents in the United States in 2017 around 40,000. Any accidental death is horrible, but what makes these deaths all the more tragic…

After several decades of declining traffic accidents on U.S. roadways, there was a sudden 14.4 percent surge in traffic-related fatalities over the past two years. Authorities report that there were 100 vehicle deaths every day in 2016 — a painful warning that something is very wrong on the streets and…

While a personal injury lawsuit will not bring back a loved one or undo the pain caused by a completely preventable accident, it can help secure a measure of justice and much needed financial compensation for the family of the victim. If the driver responsible for the crash was speeding or driving…

Self-driving cars are becoming a reality. While not yet widespread, autonomous vehicles are starting to hit the roads for testing in a number of states. Some drivers may find this trend alarming. The safety concerns are obvious. Can a computer really drive like a human? At the moment, the answer…

Every state has driving laws on the books that may shock you, strike you as being unnecessary or stand out to you because they are just plain weird. Roadtrippers, for instance, found several head-scratching laws in states across the country, including: An Alabama ban on driving while blindfolded A California…

A drunk driving car accident can quickly change your life. To keep everyone safe, commit to driving sober this holiday season. In the event that you are involved in a crash caused by an impaired driver, do not wait to contact a Florence lawyer who handles drunk driving accidents. Drinking…