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Many adults are too tired to drive safely

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,...

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Staying safe on North Carolina roads this spring

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...

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Is the driver ahead of or behind you drunk?

Drunk driving causes a significant percentage of serious injuries and deaths yearly. Naturally, road users will want to avoid a drunk driver. But how can you spot one? Here are five signs you may be around a drunk driver: 1. Quick acceleration and deceleration A drunk...

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Should you repair your car if it has been recalled?

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...

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3 ways mobile phones can help people involved in crashes

Most people understand that a mobile phone usage while driving can cause a car crash. Cell phone addiction and challenges caused by distraction are now among the leading causes of preventable wrecks. The average person may struggle to ignore the sound of notifications...

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Which vehicle operator is to blame for a rear-end collision?

Fault for a North Carolina car crash often falls to one specific party or another. In the vast majority of cases, someone driving one of the vehicles involved in the collision is to blame for the incident. Sometimes, people rush to conclusions when they hear about a...

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Ice hazards in parking lots and on sidewalks

When the winter weather hits, it increases the odds of slip-and-fall accidents. This is true on residential sidewalks, and it’s also true on commercial properties. Snow and ice can make it very hazardous for someone to walk through a parking lot. They may be more...

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Are small dogs really more aggressive?

When you think of the types of dogs that people tend to be scared of, they are generally larger breeds. People may be nervous around Rottweilers, German shepherds or pit bulls, for example. Those who aren’t familiar with dogs may be worried even when they are around...

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Drivers may be addicted to their phones

When you see a distracted driver, you may feel frustrated and nervous. Maybe you know how dangerous it is, and you don’t understand why other drivers keep doing it. Every driver who is looking down at their phone could potentially cause an accident that leads to...

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