It is virtually impossible to drive anywhere in North Carolina without passing at least one tractor-trailer. Commercial vehicles are a welcome sight, of course, as they deliver essential items from coast to coast. Still, tractor-trailer accidents are not exactly rare...
You could become involved in a traffic crash for countless reasons, such as another driver speeding, drinking while driving or using their phone. All of these behaviors can become even more dangerous when weather conditions worsen, and even responsible and cautious...
During an accident, your body remains in motion as the car collides with an object. Until your body makes an impact with the airbag or seat belt, it does not stop. A violent stop can lead to back injuries. Some of the soreness related to severe back injuries does not...
If you recently sustained an injury in a car crash, you could have a wide variety of hardships to deal with. If you are an older adult, the impact of a serious crash is likely particularly devastating. Whether you become immobilized due to injuries, lose your ability...
If you walk alongside the road or try to cross a street on foot, you should understand the dangers you face. As opposed to those riding in a vehicle, you are particularly vulnerable as a pedestrian, and you could become seriously injured or lose your life if a vehicle...
Whether it is travelers heading for the beach or the mountains or commuters driving to their jobs, I-40 is one of the most heavily traveled roads in North Carolina. It is also one of the most deadly. How dangerous is I-40 and how can drivers stay safe? How deadly is...
If you have experienced road rage while driving, you are not alone. At least 80% of motorists across the country admit to having significant anger behind the wheel. What you may not realize, however, is the dangers that accompany angry driving. According to the...
Long-haul truckers, sometimes known as over-the-road truckers, spend thousands of hours between the wheel every year. These commercial drivers may cross several states in just a few days. To protect the public, truckers must healthy enough to avoid accidents. When...
It may go without saying that car accidents in North Carolina leave much for those impacted by them to sort through. There are the immediate effects (such as injuries, vehicle repairs and property damage), as well as potential long-term consequences (recuperative...
While auto and truck drivers must obey the same traffic laws as motorcyclists, even a relatively minor mistake on the part of a motorist may easily prove deadly for a biker. Unfortunately, many collisions between motor vehicles and motorcycles happen because the...
