Category: Car Accidents

In North Carolina, distracted driving is quickly beginning to rival the dangers of driving under the influence. With the risks associated with distraction increasing daily, what is being done to combat this problem? The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has done plenty of research on distracted driving in the modern age....

North Carolina drivers must take every precaution when on the road. Unfortunately, some motorists fail to keep the safety of others in mind, which can lead to devastating car accidents. Along with doing your part to drive safely, it also helps to understand which behaviors hold the most risk. Nationwide explains some...

Oftentimes the circumstances of a car accident in Wilmington will leave you questioning how it could have ever happened. When blatant recklessness appears to have been a play in an accident, you might question whether impairment or distractions were involved. Alcohol and cell phone use are typically the culprits first...

There are many expectations put upon parents from family and friends. They have to know everything and anything that has to do with their child and the best practices to keep their kid safe. However, many parents have no idea of the best time to change car seats for their...

From drinking while driving to surpassing the speed limit and taking to the road during periods of heavy snowfall, there are a number of risks that drivers have to watch out for which can lead to a fatal collision. Moreover, some drivers, such as teenagers who have Attention-Deficit/Hyperactive Disorder (ADHD)...

Many people use their emergency brake when they are parked on a hill, but it is important to be aware of another important function of these brakes: avoiding an accident when brake failure occurs. When someone is driving along and discovers that their brakes are not working and they are...

In the workplace, an employee may be hurt in a number of ways. From tripping over an extension cord to being exposed to toxic chemicals, workers may face a myriad of risk factors. Furthermore, many people need to drive as part of their job duties, and they may face a...

There are many different behaviors that can be incredibly dangerous on the road, such as people who drink and drive and those who use their smartphone while they are supposed to be paying attention to driving. However, some drivers blatantly disregard traffic safety laws or drive recklessly in ways that...

There are various reasons why a train crash involving a vehicle (or multiple vehicles) may take place. For example, a driver may come to a stop in the path of a train because they are suicidal or because they are careless. Moreover, a driver may not see a train coming...

From large trucks to scooters, motorcycles and small cars, there are many different vehicle types involved in crashes. Some people may not think about the likelihood of an ambulance accident occurring, but there are actually a handful of reasons why these collisions are especially likely to take place. For example,...