Motor Vehicle Accidents

Black and white are two of the most common colors for cars in the United States. But that does not mean that they have equal accident risks. What some research indicates is that white cars are actually 12% less likely to be involved in a crash. But why would the car’s...

It’s clearly unsafe—and usually illegal—to text while driving a vehicle. Many drivers still do so, perhaps because they’re in a rush or because they think that they specifically are skilled enough to avoid an accident. But others look for ways to use their phone...

As summer approaches, it’s important for parents to start preparing their teen drivers for what is known as the "100 Deadliest Days" — the period between Memorial Day and Labor Day when fatal car crashes involving teens spike significantly. With school out and more...

When you are involved in an accident, exchanging information with the other driver is one of the steps you are required to take. Failing to stop at an accident scene and providing your information constitutes a hit-and-run accident, which is an offense. Here are two...

All motorists must ensure that they’re able to drive safely before they get behind the wheel. Part of this means that they shouldn’t try to drive if they’re too fatigued. One issue with this is that some people think that they can drive even if they’re drowsy. ...

Although drivers generally know car crashes are a concern, most people have never experienced a significant collision. Immediately after a car wreck occurs, the drivers involved can make mistakes. Their nerves and uncertainty result in them making choices that put...

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,...