If you are like many dog owners, just saying, “Want to go for a ride?” is enough to spark wild joy and “zoomies” in your dog. While this is not universal, most dogs love to take a ride with their owners, whether it’s a cross-country road trip or across town to the dog...
Does contributory negligence impact your right to compensation?
With the police respond to the scene of a car crash in North Carolina, they investigate carefully. Their report will indicate which driver they believe was at fault for the crash. They may even issue a citation to that driver. The insurance companies for the drivers...
What’s the connection between crashworthiness and an auto accident?
Most of us have seen videos showing crash dummies strapped into vehicles as it travels in the direction of another car, wall or another non-moving object. One reason why regulators perform such testing is to determine how crashworthy a vehicle is. These tests often...
These are 4 common causes of motorcycle crashes
Motorcycles are fun to drive and have a different feel than riding in a passenger vehicle. Unfortunately, the extra freedom that comes with riding a motorcycle does mean that drivers and passengers are at a higher risk of injuries. There has long been an issue with...
1 in intensive care following 2-vehicle crash on Interstate 85
Crashes can happen for a variety of reasons, but one of the most common is when a driver follows too closely to another and can’t stop in time when the vehicle in front of them slows or maneuvers. Take, for example, this case out of North Carolina. A Rowan County...
How can you prevent drunk driving crashes this holiday season?
You’d never get behind the wheel while intoxicated. What more can you do to keep the roads safe from drunk drivers? Plenty -- particularly around the holiday season. According to the U.S. Department of Transportation, drunk driving surges every holiday season. Every...
Which bicyclists are most likely to wear helmets, and why does it matter?
Riding a bicycle is dangerous. It's even more so when bicyclists don't wear helmets, though. Researchers at Taylor & Francis Group set out to better understand whether some bikers are more apt to suffer neck or head injuries in bicycle accidents. They identified...
Are you worried about your teen driver?
While your teenager is looking forward to spending time behind the wheel, you may not be nearly as excited about it. In fact, you may be downright concerned for their safety and well-being. It’s natural to have concerns about your teen driver, especially if they just...
Are your elderly parents still safe to drive?
If your parents are retired, you may have mixed feelings about them continuing to drive. While there is nothing to suggest you suddenly lose your ability to drive safely the day you retire, increasing age does affect driving ability. Eyesight gets worse with age,...
How to choose a safe motorcycle as a beginner
If you are thinking about buying your first motorcycle in North Carolina, you will know they have many advantages over cars. They are cheaper to run and maintain. They are quicker through congested roads, take up less road space, pollute less and can bring a massive...