Car crashes are sometimes perceived as mere collisions of metal and rubber, but the aftermath can harm people far beyond the visible damage. Besides the physical injuries, the psychological toll on those involved can be profound and enduring. It can help to shed light...
Using the roads as a motorcyclist can be a fun experience, but it also comes with its fair share of dangers, particularly when it comes to left turns made by cars. When a car makes a left turn at an intersection, the driver may not see an oncoming motorcycle for a...
Severe head trauma calls for prompt and careful attention to ensure the best chances of recovery. Whether caused by a fall, car accident or other incidents, serious head injuries require immediate treatment, as well as ongoing care. Because head injuries cause a range...
On the road, you expect all other vehicles to follow the state's traffic regulations and to practice safe driving tips to ensure that you and others remain safe. However, driving recklessly can ultimately end in a devastating or catastrophic accident where others face...
Most car crash cases focus on the drivers of the vehicles. However, passengers often suffer serious injuries in motor vehicle accidents. If you suffer an injury as a passenger in a motor vehicle, can you sue the driver? Who is liable for car accident injuries? In...
Nearly every state, including North Carolina, currently defines drunk driving as operating a vehicle with a blood-alcohol content (BAC) of .08 or higher. However, it was not that long ago that most states used .10 percent as the threshold between (potentially) legal...
Semi-trucks hauling trailers are challenging to drive even under the best conditions. Due to the size, height and length of these vehicles, there are several blind spots where cars and even small trucks cannot be seen by the driver. It’s best for everyone that you do...
Your children are the most precious passengers you ever transport in your car, truck or SUV. Still, despite numerous automotive safety improvements in recent decades, car accidents remain a primary cause of death for kids under the age of 14. In fact, according to the...
Deaths from car accidents in North Carolina rose 7.5 percent in 2021, with around a 9% and 12% increase in injuries and total crashes, respectively. What does this mean for safety out on the road? The data might not be as alarming as it seems. More people are out on...
Every year, motor vehicle accidents on North Carolina roadways cause too many deaths. These accidents can happen for a variety of reasons, but some are more common than others. Distracted driving There are three types of distracted driving: visual, manual, and...
