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In an effort to reduce the number of car accidents caused by impaired drivers during the holidays, Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) is working with local police across the country this holiday season to educate drivers about the dangers of drunk driving. "Two of the most celebrated dates in December – Christmas Eve and New...

Car accidents in Alabama often occur on certain types of roads, according to a recent nationwide study focused on determining which roads are the most dangerous in each state. Compared to other states, county roads in Alabama are among the top 10 most dangerous roads. However, they're not the single most dangerous type of road...

Alabama has been ranked as the fourth worst in the nation for distracted driving in a new USAA study. However, the state may not hold this unenviable distinction for very long. Distracted driving laws in Alabama Several months ago, Alabama's hands-free driving law was approved and immediately went into effect, making it illegal to use...

Car accidents are notorious for causing severe injuries, with concussions being one of the most prevalent and critical outcomes. A concussion, a form of traumatic brain injury (TBI), can result from the violent forces experienced during a car crash, where the brain impacts the inner skull or undergoes violent shaking. Concussion victims should know their...

Negligent drivers are the primary problem. Alabama has witnessed a troubling increase in traffic fatalities, with about 989 roadway deaths recorded last year. According to a new report, the number of deaths rose by 6% from 2019 to 2022. Sometimes, an overall increase in car accidents can be attributed to population growth or other factors....

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) are proposing a new rule that would require new heavy vehicles to be equipped with automatic emergency braking (AEB) systems. The agencies said AEB systems “will mitigate the frequency and severity of rear-end crashes.” NHTSA says the technology would help save...

Understanding the common causes of teen driver deaths. When the scorching Alabama sun pushes temperatures to a blistering 100 degrees in the summer, school is out, and teenagers take to the roads with their newfound freedom. However, this summer season also marks the "100 deadliest days" for teen drivers. Between Memorial Day and Labor Day,...

Motorcycle wrecks can cause severe and fatal injuries Motorcycle accidents can be some of the most catastrophic events on the road. One of the main reasons that motorcycle wrecks result in such severe injuries is the lack of protection that motorcycles provide compared to cars and other vehicles. As such, it's crucial for other drivers...

Distracted drivers often cause serious crashes in Alabama In recent years, distracted driving accidents have become one of the most common types of collisions in Alabama, prompting state officials to take action against this dangerous behavior among motorists. In a recent interview with WSFA 12 News, Brantley Kirk, representing the Alabama Department of Transportation, emphasizes...

Some of the most significant and life-altering injuries sustained in accidents are traumatic brain injuries (TBI). Depending on the type of TBI and the extent of the damage, a brain injury can have dramatic effects on your future. That's why you need to get immediate medical attention after any head injury. We're participating in Brain...