Why is Truck Driving a Deadly Profession?
Approximately 3,660 people were fatalities in large truck accidents in 2014. As a result of their large size in comparison to smaller passenger vehicles, only 16 percent of those deaths were of truck drivers. However, these drivers have a high risk of death due to their working conditions. Aside from commercial motor vehicle accidents, why…
Is It Safe to Drive in a Lightning Storm?
You’ve heard a storm is predicted to pass over the area during your drive home. On the way, you notice lightning strike far off in the distance. You have experience driving in the rain, but is it safe to be out on the road during a lightning storm? Unfortunately, the responses you’ll hear often contradict…
Tips for Dealing with Drunk Drivers
According to figures from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, alcohol-related crashes result in $37 billion worth of damage annually. For motorists, dealing with a drunk driver can be a harrowing experience and knowing how to handle the situation can be the difference between safety and an accident. 1. Look for the Signs Drunk drivers…
Custom Motorcycles and Accidents
When you purchase a motorcycle, it’s more than just a vehicle – it becomes a part of you. Your bike does more than take you from point A to point B. Its feel and construction are part of the journey. As a result of the relationship that riders form with their bikes, a sizeable portion…
Why Lane Splitting Is So Dangerous
Many motorists have heard that lane-splitting is dangerous. Lane-splitting, the practice of a motorcycle driving in between two lanes of traffic, is illegal in some states, including Connecticut. Yet, during the warmer months, you’ll frequently catch other riders doing this get somewhere quicker or avoid the gridlock. But, how unsafe is lane-splitting? According to statistics, one-fifth of…
