When we think of car accidents, we often picture collisions at intersections or rear-end crashes on highways. However, accidents can also happen on private property, which can be just as traumatic. A person might be driving through a shopping center's parking lot when...
Car Accidents
Some forms of distraction aren’t illegal but are still dangerous
The use of handheld mobile devices has created a serious traffic safety hazard. Drivers who split their attention between their devices and the road may fail to notice changes in traffic conditions or a pedestrian stepping out onto the street. They can cause crashes...
Rebuilding your confidence after a car wreck
A car crash can take its toll both physically and emotionally. When you feel physically well again, you may not want to return to the roads in case another collision occurs. Anxiety after a crash is very common. Fortunately, it is something that you can work on and...
Do drivers rely too hard on tech?
The automotive industry is constantly transforming the tech it uses, hoping to improve a vehicle’s safety, performance and overall function. Is it possible to have too much of a good thing, however? In-car technology has, for many drivers, become a massive source of...
What weather conditions cause the most crashes?
Seasonal weather patterns can inspire an ever-changing array of traffic safety concerns. In the winter months, drivers have to worry about low tire pressure and sliding on ice. Sudden thunderstorms and heat-related changes can arise during the summer. The fall sees an...
Why does road rage sometimes lead to a crash?
Road rage is a serious safety concern for drivers in Wisconsin. In fact, Wisconsin has some of the highest rates of road rage out of all the states in the country. Drivers in Wisconsin frequently express hostility to each other in traffic, engage in aggressive...
Why drivers need a 3-second following distance
A safe following distance is commonly defined as three seconds. This is the minimum distance that drivers should try to observe. If they are any closer, they are technically tailgating, and they increase the odds that they will be involved in an accident. But there...
What can you do to improve your vehicle accident compensation?
A car accident can lead to serious injuries and medical bills. That’s why it’s important to get compensation. A fair compensation settlement can help cover medical bills for treatment, surgery, medication and therapy. Compensation can also help cover victims' lost...
What compensation do you need after a car accident?
If you get injured in a car accident, you may need substantial financial compensation. Perhaps the other driver was responsible and negligently caused the accident by driving under the influence, texting and driving, breaking the speed limit or something else of this...
When drivers put the phone down, they are still distracted
Many drivers believe that setting the phone down eliminates the distraction of that device. For example, maybe they are at a red light when they get a text message. They look at the text because the car isn’t in motion, so it seems safe. When the light turns green,...