Distracted driving happens in many different ways. People often assume that it means someone was looking at their cellphone. It can mean this, but it’s important to remember that other things also cause distraction. As such, the Centers for Disease Control and...
Car Accidents
How is fault established in a Missouri car accident claim?
A car accident can be scary, stressful and even dangerous. Most often, you never see one coming. How do you determine who is responsible for what part of the damages after a wreck? Every state is a little different. This is what you need to know: Missouri is a...
3 tips for safe driving in the fog
Getting caught in the fog is something that can happen more often as the temperature changes. You could leave your house on a drive in perfectly clear conditions and suddenly find yourself in a bank of fog that you didn’t expect. In some cases, this leads to severe...
3 questions to ask yourself if you’re injured in a car crash
If you are in a car crash, the shock can hinder your ability to think clearly and make wise decisions. Understanding what you need to do will be crucial to staying onside of the law and getting any compensation you need. These three questions are a good place to...
Avoid accidents by knowing when you can safely pass other cars
Passing on the road isn’t uncommon. After all, if you get behind a slow driver, farm equipment or large truck, you may want to get around them and get on with your day. However, before moving into another lane, consider the lines. The yellow lines in the center of...
When your self-driving car crashes, who gets the blame?
There’s been a growing trend to reduce the amount of human-operated cars and increase the amount of self-driving cars. Self-driving cars make driving a luxury when getting to your next designation. In theory, self-driving cars would reduce the number of motor vehicle...
Driving safety technology that may reduce motor vehicle accidents
Residents of Missouri and other regions have grown tired of fearing a motor vehicle accident each time they leave home. It seems as if the rate of crashes keeps increasing despite the widespread use of safety awareness campaigns. Lawmakers and safety experts agree...
Lowering DUI limit to .05 may improve safety
In recent years, lawmakers and auto safety experts have worked to increase awareness about the dangers posed by distracted driving. Indeed, distracted driving is currently one of the leading causes of car accidents across the U.S. Not too long ago, however, driving...
Former Illinois trooper involved in fatal wreck seeks driver’s license
Everyone knows that speeding can be dangerous. Even though many people still continue to text and use handheld devices while driving, most people also know that such behavior can lead to serious consequences, including serious injuries and even death. One would think...
Drowsy driving is a common cause of car accidents
Summer is coming to a close, but it's expected that nice weather will continue in Illinois for another month or two. This means a large amount of drivers will still be on the road to enjoy the outdoors and visit friends and family. Many of these drivers will be...
