A defensive driver is a driver who is proactive in considering their safety and the safety of others. It is more than simply reacting to other drivers. Defensive driving is about planning for risks and doing what you can to avoid them. 1. Plan ahead Look up directions...
Motor Vehicle Accidents
What are some ways to control road rage?
While dealing with rushed schedules and endless back-ups on the road can be irritating, letting it affect your driving only puts you and others at risk for an accident. Road rage is a dangerous phenomenon where a driver tries to run another person off the road or...
3 tips for motorcycle safety
As the weather continues to heat up, we will likely see more and more motorcycle traffic around our Virginia roads. Unfortunately, motorcycle riders tend to suffer the most catastrophic injuries in any type of collision. Whether it is amputation, spinal cord trauma or...
Accident statistics reveal harm to occupants of smaller vehicles
One clear trend that is unlikely to change is that accidents between trucks and passenger vehicles result in more deaths to the occupants of the smaller vehicle. With trucks weighing many times more than other vehicles, cars bear the brunt of the damage. The higher...
3 types of photos to take after a car accident
Very soon after a car collision, the accident scene quickly becomes flooded with first responders and others coming to assist. Road crews remove vehicle debris off of the streets and tow trucks haul the damaged cars away. Before this all happens, snapping photographs...
Suffolk car accident caused by escaped horses
Few people in Virginia may argue that car accidents are not typically just that: accidents. There often is no actual intent to cause harm on the part of anyone involved. At the same time, however, it may go without saying that liability for such an incident lies with...
A look at speeding and pedestrian accidents
If you enjoy walking for exercise or need to walk to work, it is crucial to watch out for hazards on the road. There are a lot of different reasons why pedestrian accidents take place, such as drivers losing control due to icy roads, alcohol and poor visibility....
The emotional toll of motorcycle collisions
In terms of one's physical well-being and finances, motorcycle accidents are often disastrous. However, there are many other ways in which victims suffer. For example, if you were recently involved in a motorcycle crash, you likely have other challenges to confront,...
How can workers avoid distracted driving?
Some people wrongly assume that they can multitask well. The truth is that your brain has difficulty performing two things at once. In the car, if you multitask, you may have limited reaction time. You may miss events and obstacles outside of your vehicle. Workers who...
The economic toll of motor vehicle collisions
When it comes to lost lives and debilitating injuries, many people recognize how serious motor vehicle collisions are. However, these crashes bring other consequences, such as significant financial repercussions. In fact, the financial impact of a motor vehicle crash...
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