Many states have passed laws prohibiting the use of cellphones and other hand-held devices behind the wheel. While most motorists can readily understand how holding a phone and looking down to check or send texts creates a visual distraction for drivers, many think...
Tips to avoid distracted driving
With the prolific use of smartphones and other technology, accidents caused by distracted driving have increase precipitously over the past few years. Nearly half a million people are injured or killed by an accident caused by a distracted driver across the nation...
2 dead in 2-car crash in Michigan
Two individuals have sadly lost their lives in a tragic accident in Midland County recently. The accident involved two vehicles, and authorities are still investigating the crash. Depending on their findings, those adversely affected may have legal recourse to pursue...
Car strikes child on bicycle in West Bloomfield
Whether going to school or just for fun, many children love to ride their bicycles. Although a great form of exercise and fun for kids, bicycle riding is not without its risks, and all riders should exercise caution when riding their bikes. This case was made evident...
Different visual impairments can compromise safe driving ability
Drivers in Michigan and elsewhere might not realize how their visual impairments could affect their ability to drive safely. When vision degeneration progresses, the affected person might not realize how significant the deterioration is. People who do not go for...
Even seemingly minor accidents cause long-term health issues
Many victims of seemingly minor car accidents in Michigan disregard aches and pains if they have no evident bone fractures or open wounds. Many times, the rush of adrenaline disguises discomfort. If they become aware of pain several days later, they might not link it...
What are the real causes of truck accidents?
Many people in Michigan and elsewhere are under the impression that alcohol and illegal substance use cause most commercial vehicle accidents. Those people might be surprised to learn that, according to the FMCA’s Large Truck Crash Causation Study, alcohol and drugs...
Unnoticed crash injuries could cause long-term health problems
Reportedly, most Americans, including many in Michigan, are likely to be car accident victims three times in their lives. Impairment, speeding, reckless and aggressive driving, distractions, fatigue, disregarding stop signs and traffic lights, and other forms of...
Many car accidents occur due to drivers’ bad habits
Motorists in Michigan risk their lives every time they take to the roads, but not due to their own negligent driving. Instead, the bad driving habits of others pose the most significant risks. No one knows when they will cross paths with such drivers. Bad driving...
Are motorcyclists the most vulnerable road users?
Motorcyclists in Michigan and across the country are out in their numbers to enjoy the exhilaration and freedom of the summer and the open roads. Sadly, for many of them, this might be their last summer to do that. Bikers are exceptionally vulnerable because they have...