Motor Vehicle Accidents

Manufacturers are constantly coming up with new ways to make their vehicles safer. They have been doing so for decades. So why are car crash injuries and fatalities still so high? Researchers have come up with several explanations that could help explain this apparent...

For many people, driving on a rural road feels safer. There is probably a lot less traffic, so they do not have to deal with as many other drivers. There are fewer traffic control devices and intersections. They have long stretches of straight pavement where the drive...

Victims of car crashes often have a lot of effects to deal with. Some of these are mental and emotional, but others are physical. One type of traumatic injury that can occur in a crash involves the spinal cord. A spinal cord injury is often immediately evident at the...

Many injuries can occur as a result of a car wreck, including traumatic brain injuries (TBIs). These injuries can lead to significant life challenges for victims, and they often require considerable medical care. The effects of a TBI depend on various factors,...

The period from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day has earned the moniker the "100 deadliest days." But the ones who are most at risk are teenage drivers and their passengers. We’re right at the halfway point of summer — with many folks still in celebration mode...

The journey through grief is deeply personal and profoundly challenging. In the wake of such a loss, when a loved one’s departure is sudden and unjust, the pain feels insurmountable. North Carolina’s legal system acknowledges this immense hardship and extends a...

After being involved in a crash, you might feel compelled to immediately call your insurance provider. It seems like the logical step, right? You pay for insurance precisely for moments like this.  However, it's essential to understand that insurance companies,...

People cause car crashes for a variety of reasons. Sometimes, drivers flagrantly violate traffic laws. They speed or drive after drinking too much. They focus on their phones instead of on traffic. Other times, drivers may behave like they think most other adults do,...

As winter gives way to spring, North Carolina's roads are becoming busier with drivers, cyclists and pedestrians alike enjoying the lovely weather. However, this increase in road activity, coupled with seasonal challenges, calls for heightened awareness and...

When a car is subject to a recall, this classification signals that the manufacturer has identified a defect that could potentially compromise safety, performance or both. In such cases, the question of whether one should repair their car is not merely a matter of...