Over the last few years, distracted driving has gotten a lot more attention. Car companies have designed technology specifically made for drivers who aren't paying attention, like automatic braking systems or lane-departure warning systems. People tell you that you should never:
Billboards need more attention as a potential distraction
Drivers should restrain pets to avoid distraction
There are times when people cannot avoid taking their pets in the car. They need to bring them to the vet, for example, or drop them off at someone else's house for the weekend.
Tired drivers may use conversations as a way to stay alert
You've probably experienced driver fatigue before. Maybe you had to drive late at night on a road trip. Maybe you had to drive home after a long shift at work -- some medical professionals work around the clock, for example. Maybe you were in college, trying to balance a late-night social life with early morning classes.
If you spot a distracted driver, here's what to do
While driving down the interstate, you happen to glance over at the car next to you. The driver is looking down, staring at their cellphone and clearly typing out a text message.
The 3 best ways to prevent a car crash
If we lived in a world free of automobiles, we wouldn't have to worry about one of the leading causes of death in the world: car accidents. In fact, if all the drivers of the world were to adhere to the following three tips, we probably wouldn't have to worry about dying or getting catastrophically injured in an auto collision either.
What does an emergency room visit cost?
You get in a car accident and get rushed to the emergency room. On the way there, all you can think about is just how much this is going to cost. However, you're not sure of the specifics; you just know it's expensive. How much are you looking at?
Texting and driving creates dangerously slow drivers
Differences in speed on the highway can be very hazardous. We often think of speeding drivers who try to pass aggressively or start tailgating, and they are dangerous, but slow drivers also cause problems. They force others to pass, they cause traffic jams, and in the worst cases, they get involved in rear-end accidents.
What you must do to file a lost wages claim after an accident
There aren't many people in California – or throughout the United States, for that matter – who can afford to miss weeks of work. But that just might be the case if you are injured in a car accident.
Take care on California's roads this holiday season
Stay off the roadways if you've had a little too much holiday celebration.
Is reckless driving the same as careless driving?
A driver who is careless can absolutely cause an accident that puts you in the hospital. The same is true for a reckless driver. While these two are closely related and similar, there are a few key differences to keep in mind.
