It has long been known that rural roads pose a disproportionate danger to drivers. When you look at fatal accidents per mile, you can clearly see where the risks lie. The frequency of fatal accidents on two-way roads is higher than the frequency of fatal accidents in...
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Don’t underestimate a bang to the head in a vehicle crash
Most of us have hit our heads at some point, for instance, when playing sport or falling off a bicycle or skateboard as a child. Usually, we just get up and carry on. Yet blows to the head can be life-threatening. If you hit your head in a motor vehicle crash, you...
Choosing the right motorcycle helmet
In Kentucky, riders over the age of 21 have a choice of whether or not they wear a motorcycle helmet. Despite having the freedom to choose, many motorcyclists still opt to wear one. Research shows that helmets do save lives. If you’re new to riding or your old helmet...
A motorcyclist’s biggest hazard on the road is drivers
People who ride motorcycles know there is a specific thrill and freedom experienced while riding that you can’t get in an enclosed vehicle. A motorcycle touches the road differently and commands a more interactive approach to transportation. Still, riders are well...
Getting lost in thought is more dangerous than people assume
Have you ever been driving when you became lost in thought? Maybe you suddenly looked around, and you were on a part of the road that you didn’t remember driving to. Maybe you got to your destination, and you remembered very little of the entire trip. It’s happening...
Safety tips for cycling near traffic
Cycling can be dangerous because you have to contend with motor vehicles. When drivers make mistakes, they can severely injure cyclists, even at low speeds – these same drivers typically come out of an accident uninjured. If you do plan to ride, you know that you...
The problem with accepting a settlement after a car crash
Car crashes create immediate bills that seem to just keep piling up as the days pass. While you may initially only have a tow truck bill and an estimate from the repair shop, more bills will inevitably arrive in the mail. You may eventually have thousands of dollars...
How can babies lead to car crashes?
New parents are generally very cautious when taking their child in the car. Yet despite this caution, they can still cause crashes that endanger not only themselves and their baby but others on the road. Here is why you should take extra care when you see a car with a...
Are parents to blame if their teen crashes the car?
If a teenage driver crashes into you, you might question the parents. You might wonder if the parents were too lax on their children and did not instill respect for the rules. Regardless of what crosses your mind, it's the driver you need to blame. If they have a...
Can I prove an impaired driver caused my crash?
Too many people get behind the wheel when they are under the influence of drugs or alcohol. When they do this, they endanger the lives of everyone around them. If you are in a crash with a driver who may be impaired, there are crucial signs to look for. Signs and...