Truck accidents occur all too frequently in North Carolina and across the country, and many of these are the fault of truckers who violate federal safety regulations. To fight this negligence, the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance holds a three-day inspection spree...
Even if you are personally committed to avoiding distracted driving, there's no denying the many temptations that creep into your vehicle when you get behind the wheel.It's critical to have a strategy for preventing distracted driving, as it will give you something to...
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration issued the results of a large-truck causation study in 2006. Now, it intends to conduct another study along the same lines, one that takes into account various changes over the previous decade. Truckers and other drivers...
Accidents caused by impaired drivers claim far too many lives each year in North Carolina. Ignition interlock devices provide an effective way of preventing motorists who have consumed alcohol from operating motor vehicles, but they require drivers to submit breath...
Recently on this North Carolina blog, we discussed how marijuana can negatively affect driving abilities, thereby increasing the risk of a car accident. Now, a recent survey conducted by the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) found that driving while under the...
As a pedestrian, there are often times when you need to make your way from one side of the street to the next. While this sounds easy enough, once you're ready to make your move you'll realize that danger is lurking.Even though no two instances of crossing the street...
North Carolinians who have been injured in a car accident often have extensive damages with which to deal. They may suddenly be subjected to physical pain and limitations, their emotional well-being may be threatened and their finances can take a significant hit in...
