Every day on Virginia roads, certain driving behaviors contribute to preventable accidents. While you might think you are a careful driver, some habits you have developed over time could be putting you and others at risk. Understanding these common behaviors can help...
Sharing the road with large trucks often feels routine, but some risks remain hidden from view. One of those risks involves a medical condition that many drivers do not even know they have. Sleep apnea can quietly affect a driver’s ability to stay alert, turning what...
Getting injured in a truck accident can be devastating. Even when your injuries seem minor at first, long-term consequences may surface weeks or months later. However, you do not have to face the recovery process alone. In Virginia, victims may file a case against the...
Not every car crash leaves visible bruises or causes immediate pain. Sometimes, you walk away thinking everything is fine, only to notice trauma days later. Because some physical or psychological damage can manifest delayed symptoms, it is important to consider the...
Drunk driving is against the law. The law prohibits impaired driving in part because of the risk that intoxicated motorists create for others in traffic. When a drunk driver causes a crash, the people affected by the collision may be able to file an insurance claim....
Drunk drivers are one of the most significant safety hazards on the road. People under the influence struggle to make appropriate decisions or maintain consistent control of their vehicles. They are responsible for many of the worst crashes every year, including a...
Semi-electric trucks now frequent Virginia roads and change how we view traffic safety. While they offer a cleaner future, their mechanical differences create new risks for every family sharing the interstate. The rise of electric semis in Virginia Virginia recently...
Distracted driving can technically refer to many different types of conduct. Conversations with passengers or unusual billboards can be sources of distraction. However, to most people, distracted driving involves the use of technology while operating a motor vehicle....
Some semi-truck collisions are the result of driver mistakes. Others have to do with vehicle maintenance issues. Underride collisions may result from either of those risk factors. Underride collisions occur when passenger vehicles strike the trailer of a semi-truck....
Teenagers face a degree of social stigma based solely on their age. Teen drivers often face judgment from people they know and even total strangers. Young drivers have a bad reputation in part because they sometimes cause very serious but preventable motor vehicle...
