Motor Vehicle Accidents

You can technically be involved in a fatal car accident anywhere. You’ll find these accidents in the city, in small towns, on the interstate and on remote roads all over the country. From a statistical standpoint, however, more than half of fatal accidents happen in...

For people traveling in a major metropolitan area, such as New York City, rideshare services are convenient and cost-effective. Using on-demand transportation occasionally when necessary might cost far less than purchasing, insuring and storing a personal motor...

It’s certainly true that you face some level of risk every time you get in the car. But there are also points on the road where this risk increases. One thing that studies have found is that turning left is one of the most dangerous times for any driver, when...

Distracted driving has certainly become one of the top reasons for car accidents in the United States. It can be more difficult to get accurate statistics about distracted driving when compared to something like drunk driving, but there has clearly been a trend toward...

Car accidents can cause severe injuries, especially to the face. The force of the impact, broken glass and other debris can all lead to serious facial trauma. Some injuries heal with time, but others have lasting consequences. Below are some of the more serious facial...

Many accidents take place at intersections because they are one of the most dangerous areas on the road. Research reveals that almost half of all traffic collisions occur at intersections. It’s even more alarming to learn that close to 20% of fatal crashes in the...

Much of auto development is focused on safety. After all, in the United States alone, around 40,000 people lose their lives in auto accidents annually. The totals briefly dropped below 40,000 but have subsequently been on the rise. In other words, the roads have...

What are your plans this Thanksgiving? If they are to drive to celebrate at the house of family or friends, it’s crucial to know the risk you are entering into. While some might worry about the risk of a family falling out from spending too much time together, all who...

Head-on collisions are the most serious type of crash. At high speeds, this type of collision is very likely to result in severe injuries and even fatalities. With a head-on collision, the speeds of both vehicles combine and the result is a major impact.  Recognizing...

We’ve all been there - you’re coming upon road construction, and you see a sign that shows two lanes will merge into one. And it’s not unusual, as you get closer to the lane closure, to witness multiple episodes of road rage. Why do zipper merges result in so many...