How Passengers Can Contribute to Distracted Driving and How to Stay Safe
Passengers can distract drivers and increase crash risk. Learn how to reduce in-car distractions and promote safer driving for everyone on the road.
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How New York City Traffic Makes Distracted Driving Even More Dangerous
Driving in New York City is unlike driving almost anywhere else in the country. Between bumper-to-bumper traffic, constant honking, aggressive lane changes, pedestrians crossing unexpectedly, cyclists weaving through streets, and [...]
Megan M.
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Are Child Distractions Considered Distracted Driving Accidents?
When most people think of distracted driving, their minds immediately go to texting, phone calls, or scrolling through apps. But for parents and caregivers, one of the most common sources of distraction behind the wheel is often overlooked: children in the car. This raises an important question, if a crash occurs because of a kid-related [...]
Sabrina Liberto
How California’s “Pure Comparative Negligence” Can Affect Your Personal Injury Settlement
After an accident, a lot of people assume a personal injury claim is an all-or-nothing situation: either the other person is at fault, or you get nothing. In California, that’s usually not how it works. California follows a rule called pure comparative negligence. It matters because it can affect your compensation even if the insurance [...]
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Why Golf Cart Accidents Are on the Rise
Golf carts are no longer limited to golf courses. Today, they’re not uncommon to see in residential neighborhoods, retirement communities, college campuses, resorts, and beach towns. As their popularity grows, so does a less visible trend: a steady increase in golf cart accidents and injuries. According to a recent analysis of national [...]
Brandon K.
Ford Sets Annual Recall Record in 2025
“Most recalls issued in a year” is a dubious honor no automaker wants. Luckily for most car manufacturers, the whopping 153 recalls issued by Ford Motor Company (Ford) in 2025 sets a record that is unlikely to be broken any time soon. Prior to 2025, the highest number of recalls recorded in a single year […]
Jake
How Phones, Passengers, and Holiday Stress Fuel Distracted Driving Accidents
Holiday travel should be a time for celebration, not collisions, but every year, distracted driving becomes one of the leading causes of serious crashes as Louisiana residents hit the road. A recent 10-year Louisiana holiday crash analysis found that several holidays see major spikes in serious accidents, especially those involving [...]
Brandon K.
What To Do If You Have a Headache After an Accident?
After a car accident, many people focus on visible injuries and vehicle damage. But symptoms like a headache can seem minor at first and are often ignored. In reality, a headache after an accident may be an early warning sign of a serious underlying injury, including a concussion or traumatic brain injury. Even if the […]
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Will I Go to Jail for a First DUI in Oklahoma?
A first-time DUI arrest in Oklahoma is a stressful and overwhelming experience. Many people have never been in trouble with the law before, and one of the first worries they have is whether they have to go to jail for this mistake. The answer depends on several factors, including your BAC level, whether you refused […]
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How Does Mediation Work in Car Accident Cases?
Mediation is a common way to resolve car accident claims without going to court. Instead of battling through a stressful trial, you and the insurance company sit down with a neutral mediator who helps both sides reach an agreement. It’s informal, private, and often much faster than litigation. During mediation, both sides meet in a [...]
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What Makes Some Washington Intersections So Crash-Prone?
Every driver in Washington has felt that uneasy tension when approaching a busy intersection, the kind where traffic comes from all sides, lights are stacked high, and someone always seems to jump the gun. According to a recent study from Wells Trumbull, some of those intersections aren’t just stressful, they’re statistically among the [...]
Malia Capen