A car accident is an abrupt and terrifying reminder that nobody is really ever safe out there on the road – and a wreck can be especially distressing when you have your child on board at the time. Naturally, you want to do everything in your power to make sure that...
Motor Vehicle Accidents
Tips for driving safely with children in a vehicle
Driving your children around, whether to school, extracurricular activities or just for a fun day out, is a normal part of being a parent. This everyday task can become challenging when distractions and the need to attend to your children affect your focus on the...
Is it safe to listen to music while you drive?
Many people listen to music when out on the roads. It certainly has a lot of benefits – it can entertain you, help you relax, help you stay alert or cheer you up on a bad day. Yet listening to it while on the move can also make your journey more hazardous. Here’s why...
5 “lenses of truth” that might help your car accident claim
A car accident can happen so fast that it’s hard to even remember the details – and that can be problematic when you’re trying to prove your claim and get the compensation you need to recover. Fortunately, cameras are everywhere these days, and many of them can...
Deadly bicycle accident statistics: Assessing the risk
It’s an unfortunate reality that cyclists face a lot of risks when they ride near traffic. Drivers often don’t see bikes, especially when they are behind the wheel of an oversized truck or an SUV. Some drivers see bikes, but also drive aggressively or negligently,...
How can Indiana drivers prove who was at fault for a wreck?
Those who claim that there's no point in placing blame when something goes wrong have likely never tried to navigate a car insurance claim. Those with damaged vehicles or serious injuries after a crash need to assert themselves if they hope to cover the costs...
What types of vehicles are associated with the most DUIs?
Police officers constantly monitor traffic for signs of illegal activity, including those who are out after drinking. Driving under the influence (DUI) offenses can send someone to jail and cost them their driver's license. Police officers may stop anyone they suspect...
4 important bicycle safety tips to reduce crash risk
Some people get a bike when they are young and fall in love immediately. There are also plenty of adults who never learn how to ride a bike until they are old enough to vote. Bicycles are affordable forms of convenient transportation and also an excellent way to get...
Health insurance isn’t what pays after a major car crash
Car crashes break bones, cause soft tissue injuries, sever spinal cords and leave people with brain injuries. Many people end up in the hospital and in need of emergency trauma care following a significant motor vehicle collision. Others may benefit from treatment but...
Drunk driving crashes tend to spike around warm-season holidays
When warmer seasons are on the horizon, there are numerous reasons for people to redouble their safety-related focus while out on the roads. The increased presence of teen drivers is certainly one reason to be a bit more cautious. The summer tends to involve more...