Many bad driving practices make the roads in Virginia and throughout the U.S. unsafe for drivers and pedestrians. Drivers who engage in actions such as drunken or drugged driving, drowsy driving and speeding cause a heavy share of accidents. The category of distracted...
Motor Vehicle Accidents
Is eating and driving dangerous?
There are a multitude of ways to drive distracted, and many involve cell phones or other technology. However, it may surprise you to learn that eating while driving is extremely dangerous and very common. The majority of Americans have likely snuck a bite behind the...
Is drowsiness a contributing factor in crashes?
When discussing the dangers of the roadway, drowsiness is a risk that continues popping up over and over again. No matter what else changes on the road, it seems that drowsy driving persists as a risk no matter what. But why is drowsy driving so risky? Why does it...
3 ways to avoid distracted teen driving
Without a doubt, distracted driving is dangerous. Every year, more than 3,000 Americans die in vehicle collisions related to distractions. While anyone can suffer the consequences of a car crash, young people have the highest risk. For this reason, knowing how to help...
Understanding road rage: What you should know
As a motorist in Virginia, you may have felt frustrated or angry while stuck in traffic or rushing to get to an appointment. In some cases, that anger can escalate into aggressive driving behaviors and road rage. According to AAA, more than 80% of adult drivers in...
What are signs that someone is driving drunk?
You have probably heard about the devastating injuries people suffer after a collision with a drunk driver. Given how dangerous inebriated motorists are, you want to be on the lookout for drunk drivers before one of them hits you. While it may not always be possible,...
If the paramedics arrive should you go with them after an accident?
Every year in the U.S. nearly three million people are injured in a car crash. Each day more than 100 people die from car crash injuries, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. While it may seem a bit morbid, the National Safety Council cites...
How can recklessness impact a motor vehicle accident?
In a split second, any action you make while driving a vehicle can lead to a severe accident. However, at times, it can be tough to tell exactly what recklessness entails in a legal sense. Learning about what constitutes reckless behavior can help you in the future. ...