Every vehicle has blind spots. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), approximately 840,000 blind-spot car accidents occur each year in the United States, resulting in over 300 fatalities. Fortunately, many modern vehicles are equipped with a blind-spot monitoring (BSM) system, which issues a warning if a vehicle is approaching in an adjoining […]
Month: December 2021
Why Is Slow Left Lane Driving so Dangerous?
When driving on a multi-lane highway, the left lane is considered the “fast lane.” It is also considered the passing lane for motorists who get stuck behind another driver who may not be keeping up with the flow of traffic. While speeding is one of the top causes of car accidents driving too slowly is […]
Why Is it so Important for Backseat Passengers to Wear a Seat Belt?
There is a long-standing assumption that passengers are safer in the back seat, however, that is not true. According to a study released by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), backseat passengers may be actually more prone to serious injuries than those in the front. Backseat passengers are 46 percent more likely to suffer […]
What Steps Should You Take to Prepare Your Vehicle for Winter?
Winter has arrived and if you have not already done so, now is the perfect time to make sure that your vehicle is prepared for the cold weather. The increased traffic around the holidays and the possibility of snow or ice can significantly increase the risk of a serious car accident. Keeping your vehicle well-maintained […]
Driving to Celebrate the Holidays? Here Are Tips to Stay Safe
Each year, millions of Americans will travel for the holiday season, from Dec. 23 to Jan. 1. That is a lot of people on the road, creating a great possibility for more car accidents. While Memorial Day, Labor Day, and the Fourth of July have the greatest number of car accidents, winter holiday traffic is […]
What Are Civil Rights?
Civil rights are the basic rights that every citizen in the United States has to be protected from unfair or discriminatory treatment based on protected classes, including gender, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, and race. When a citizen is discriminated against because of their gender, it is a violation of their civil right, which is […]
How Do I Handle a Church Property Dispute?
While churches are a place for worshippers to gather, it is easy to forget that they are also nonprofit organizations that are protected by the First Amendment. In addition, churches are considered property, which means they are subject to many of the same issues that affect private properties, including property taxes and the selling or […]
December Is National Drunk and Drugged Driving Prevention Month
December is known for the major holidays that take place during the month, including Christmas and New Year’s Eve. Due to the celebratory nature of the holidays, there are a lot of parties throughout the month, ranging from small intimate gatherings to major holiday galas. Whatever the venue, it is likely that alcohol will be […]