Sharing Michigan roadways with negligent drivers is a risk that could have devastating consequences. A tragic vehicle accident near Davison, Michigan on a recent Monday claimed the life of a 29-year-old mother who was heading home with her 5-year-old twin sons in the...
Why Bikers are the Most Vulnerable Drivers on the Road
Compared to motorists, bikers are more likely to suffer catastrophic or fatal injuries in collisions with cars. Motorcyclists have no cab, seatbelts or airbags to protect them. Although a helmet protects the head from penetration wounds, brain trauma can occur in the...
Why Are Younger Drivers More Likely to Crash? Speeding.
Following an in-depth study of vehicle accident fatalities, concern exists for the high number of teenage drivers and passengers who lost their lives in auto accidents caused by speeding. During the five years from 2015 through 2019, almost 5,000 teens died in...
How Can Truck Accidents Be Prevented?
The sheer size difference between big rigs and passenger vehicles typically leaves car occupants with life-changing injuries in car vs. truck accidents. However, there are specific precautions drivers can take whenever they share the Michigan highways with semis,...
Staying Awake Important Issue for OTR Drivers
Michigan big-rig drivers who haul cargo across state lines have to find ways to combat dozy driving and fatigue. The long hours of concentration and physical exertion to maintain control of an 18-wheeler, semi or another large truck could cause fatigue. Despite the...
Truck Drivers Need Special Winter Weather Skills
Big rig drivers often encounter varied weather conditions as they travel across the country. One thing is sure -- commercial vehicle drivers need specific skill sets on snow-covered or icy roads in Michigan. Car vs. truck accidents can happen in the blink of an eye,...