Everyone knows, at least in theory, that they should keep their vehicle well-maintained to ensure they can drive safely. However, due to issues of cost or time, many people put off performing proper maintenance, increasing the risks of an accident. Here are five ways that poor maintenance can lead to an auto accident: […]
Distracted driving is responsible for more than 3,000 deaths across the United States every year, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, accounting for around 8% of all motor vehicle fatalities. To protect yourself from this danger, it is best to avoid as many distractions as possible while driving. Here are seven distracted driving [...]
The summer months are some of the worst times of the year for drunk driving, with 28% of all accidents happening between Memorial Day and Labor Day. That means that you should be especially careful when driving during the summer, and watch for drunk drivers who might be out on the road. Here are seven [...]
April is National Distracted Driving Awareness Month, when traffic authorities seek to remind people of the dangers of distracted driving. When people drive while distracted, they are substantially more likely to cause accidents, leading to avoidable injuries and deaths. Make sure to follow these important steps to protect yourself against the risks of distracted driving: [...]
Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, more commonly known as DUI, is one of the most dangerous things people can do on the road. Drunk and intoxicated drivers are estimated to be responsible for as much as a third of all motor vehicle accidents, and are disproportionately likely to be involved in a [...]
Although texting and driving has declined somewhat over the past few years, down about 2.2% from a high of 18.4% in 2020, it remains a major risk to drivers everywhere. When people text and drive, they place themselves and the people around them at an increased risk of getting into an accident. Here are five [...]
In a new law, drunk drivers in Tennessee will be forced to pay child support for the children of any parents they kill in a drunk driving accident. The law is the first of its kind, but legislatures across the country are considering similar measures. It is meant to help discourage intoxicated drivers from getting [...]
As the weather gets colder and the nights get longer, the road becomes increasingly dangerous for drivers and pedestrians alike. The winter has many hazards that can easily cause auto accidents, especially when people are not as careful as they should be. Watch for these five winter hazards, which can potentially result in an otherwise [...]
Every year, there are around 175,000 car accidents in Tennessee, leading to thousands of preventable injuries and deaths. While some of these accidents are unavoidable, many are the result of reckless drivers who endanger themselves and the people around them. Here are seven ways that reckless driving leads to more car accidents: […]
Among all types of motor vehicle accidents, few are quite as deadly as pedestrian accidents. Even when victims are not fatally injured in these accidents, they can be left with long-term medical issues that can impair their ability to work or live their lives in peace. That is why you should be aware of these [...]
