Perhaps you attend UNC Wilmington or work there, and during your drive to and from the campus, you were in a car accident. It could be that you had an advanced driver-assistance system on in your car or that the other driver did. It should be kept in mind that ADAS is not without its flaws. This may play a…
If you were injured at the hands of a teen driver here in Wilmington, North Carolina, you’re not alone. Teenagers are inexperienced and tend to be negligent and even reckless behind the wheel. While they can be a safety threat all year round, they are especially so during what are known as the 100 deadliest days: that is, the period…
You may have been involved in a crash with a drowsy driver, and now you’re wondering if you can file a claim here in North Carolina. First, it would be a good idea to know in what way drowsy driving is dangerous. Drowsiness impairs judgment and reactions Fatigue can make drivers three times more likely to crash. If they drive…
Distracted driving is a big problem in North Carolina. In fact, it is the second leading cause of crashes caused by driver error. It accounts for 19.7% of these crashes. Only speeding, which leads to 33.3% of these crashes, ranks above it. Because of the prevalence of distracted driving crashes in this state, there are specific laws that address the problem.…
Staying safe on the roadways takes a driver’s full attention. Some might not realize that aggressive driving is something that can lead to crashes. One behavior that people must be careful about is speeding. Driving too fast for the current road conditions is never acceptable. When speed limits are set for roads, they are based on what speeds are safe when the…
Now that the holiday season is here, anyone on the road needs to ensure that they are aware of the signs of a drunk driver. If you spot someone who you suspect is driving under the influence of alcohol, try to stay away from them. This might be challenging; however, it could help you remain safe on the road. There…
Most people know that wearing a seat belt is the law, but what they might not realize is that there is a chance that this life-saving feature could cause injuries. The seat belt stops your body from flying around the vehicle, and possibly out of it, if there is a crash. Occupants of vehicles have to realize that the benefits…
Car wrecks lead to many types of injuries, including fractures. These occur when one of the bones in the body is broken or cracked as a result of pressure put on them. This is an injury that is usually noticed at the accident site because it causes intense pain in the area of the break. You might also notice discoloration,…
Motor vehicle collisions on TV and in the movies tend to be loud and dramatic experiences, where the vehicle always winds up catching fire and the people escape near-certain death only through the intervention of a stranger or first responder. The reality of car crashes can be much banaler. Many times, there is only twisted metal and shattered glass instead…
Drivers can’t let anything distract them from the road. One thing that pulls a lot of drivers away from their duties is a cellphone. Texting while driving is a huge issue that can easily claim lives because reading and writing messages takes time. Safety on the road is everyone’s business, so any driver should be aware of the dangers of texting…
