Many understand that distracted driving such as texting while driving and impaired driving are dangerous. However, many do not realize that drowsy driving can lead to serious and often fatal car accidents. The NHTSA puts annual fatalities caused by drowsy driving in the hundreds, but other studies suggest that these figures are conservative simply because… Read More »
End Distracted Driving Week in Iowa
In 2018 alone, there were over a thousand car accidents attributed to distracted-driving resulting in injuries and fatalities in Iowa. In an effort to reduce the number of distracted driving accidents, the Iowa Governor has officially declared the last week of May “End Distracted Driving Week in Iowa.” Of course, smart phone use behind the… Read More »
Texting While Driving Truck Accidents
Many who regard truckers along the highway believe that the drivers possess considerable experience and exercise good judgment when operating a semi-truck especially because of the danger these high profile vehicles pose to other motorists. As a general rule, a commercial truck driver must maintain a proper following distance, have constant situational awareness, and drive… Read More »
Texting While Driving Linked to Rise in Traffic Fatalities
In 2016, nearly 40,000 people died in traffic accidents across the country, a 14 percent increase over 2014 and the biggest two year jump in 50 years. Many believe that the rise in fatal car accidents correspond to an increase in distracted driving caused by texting behind the wheel. Families who have lost loved ones… Read More »
Pedestrian Car Accident Fatalities Up
The number of pedestrian fatalities in traffic accidents have risen sharply in states that have legalized recreational marijuana compared to a decline in states that have not. Although a cause and effect link has not been firmly establish yet, a worrisome correlation is staring to appear. While population growth and the use of distracting technologies… Read More »
Snapchat Car Crash Results in Felony Charge
Social media use by teen drivers while driving can be a deadly combination. Distracted driving often results in car accidents, which can severely injure drivers and their passengers. Recently, the Georgia teen driver involved in a high speed car crash while using Snapchat was arrested and charged with a felony. The 19-year-old driver was allegedly… Read More »
