Articles Posted in Motor Vehicle Accidents

Good driving practices could decrease the chances of getting into an accident on North Carolina roads, and so does being aware of potential risks. Careful and safe drivers can’t control what others do, nor can they prevent the weather from taking a turn for the worse. They could choose, however, to restrict their driving to…

Many North Carolina motorists who would never drive after having a couple of drinks might get behind the wheel while fatigued without a second thought. However, driving while fatigued can be as dangerous as driving under the influence in some cases. Statistics It can be difficult to measure statistics on the number of crashes caused…

Whiplash is a very common injury claim following auto accidents. The symptoms are typically associated with the neck, but the true damage can extend far beyond the impact area. More serious cases can result in torn or strained chest muscles or even shoulder tendon injuries. This could actually indicate a neck sprain in association with…

Bicycling continues to grow in popularity, as people want to save money on gas and get a little exercise. A worry many North Carolina cyclists have often involves concerns about being too close to motor vehicles. A bicycle enthusiast may have something else to feel nervous about: another cyclist. Bicycles might crash into one another,…

When a truck accident happens in North Carolina, many people immediately assume the truck driver was at fault. Truck drivers can cause accidents by engaging in drunk or distracted driving. However, some truck accidents are caused by other people on the road. Commercial trucks can be incredibly dangerous, and if you’re not paying attention, your…

Car accidents can be devastating. Unfortunately, the average person will be involved in a car collision about once every 18 years. That doesn’t just mean drivers; many victims of motor vehicle accidents are simply passengers. Anyone in North Carolina who has been hurt in an accident should know what to expect as they recover. There…

Texting and driving is banned in North Carolina, but there are many other ways you can engage in distracted driving. This dangerous practice can lead to serious accidents and injuries. The Dangers of Multitasking Most people would agree that actions like putting on makeup or shaving while driving are not the safest practices, but they…

If you or someone you love was hurt while walking in Goldsboro, North Carolina, then there’s a good chance of being able to file a claim against the driver. Sometimes, pedestrians are at least partially to blame, which can complicate matters. One thing to know is that the number of pedestrian accidents on America’s roads…

Vehicle safety features can help keep drivers in North Carolina safe, but this is only when they are used correctly. A study from the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety explains what the consequences are when these systems are misused. Researchers focused on two safety features: adaptive cruise control and lane-keeping assist. Adaptive cruise control is…

One of perhaps the most catastrophic types of tractor-trailer accidents that can occur is an underride accident. It’s the type of crash that involves a motorist’s car getting stuck under the side or rear portion of a truck’s trailer. While many trucks currently come equipped with side and rear bars to prevent these types of…