This holiday season, many people will head out on the interstates to go spend time with family members and friends. Each driver must operate their vehicle safely so everyone can make it to their destination. When you’re on the interstate, you need to remember some...
Motor Vehicle Accidents
Driving in the rain? Leave ample room to stop
Driving when it’s raining requires all drivers to pay extra attention to the roadway. The potential for hydroplaning and slamming into other vehicles is great when the pavement is slick. One of the most important things to remember is that you have to put common...
How dangerous is it to drive in Nevada?
Roadway fatalities have risen dramatically in the last few years, especially as many return to in-office work. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the number of fatal wrecks around the nation has risen for the last seven...
Who is really liable for your motor vehicle accident injuries?
As most people understand, truck and car crashes happen for many reasons. For example, unfavorable weather and other acts of nature sometimes lead to motor vehicle accidents. Unfortunately, you can’t sue mother nature, but there are other targets to consider after a...
What does a car accident claim involve?
You deserve compensation If you suffered injuries from a car accident caused by a negligent driver. However, you have to go through the claims process for that to happen. It is crucial to understand how everything works once you file a claim. It will help you navigate...
Types of accidents that are caused by drunk driving
Nothing good comes from driving under the influence (DUI). If you are caught and convicted, you might face serious legal and personal consequences. These can range from fines to the suspension of your driver’s license and/or jail time. In addition, drunk driving also...
Were you hit by someone with impaired vision?
Driving is one of the most efficient ways to get around. Generally, journeys are completed without issue but that doesn’t mean there are no hazards or that accidents don’t happen. Visibility is one of the keys to safe driving. Without healthy eyesight, driving...
How do kids in cars increase crash risks?
It’s common knowledge that young drivers can be dangerous due to their lack of experience. Less known is that those too young to drive also increase the risk of a crash just by being in the car as passengers. A 2019 study from Finland found drivers who are the only...
The danger of blind corners
Many of the roads across Nevada are large highways that are fairly straight. This is not the only type of road though. There are also valleys and rural areas which can have some narrow and windy turns. When the angle of a turn is severe enough, it may be impossible to...
Just how do auto-pedestrian accidents happen?
Facilities like the sidewalk, crosswalks and traffic signs are meant to keep all road users, including pedestrians, safe. Unfortunately, pedestrian accidents are quite common. In fact, auto-pedestrian accidents claim over 300 lives in Nevada each year. But exactly how...