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In 2017, over 6.5 million car accidents occurred in the United States, killing 37,133 people, injuring nearly 3 million more and costing millions in property damage.  In many cases, these crashes can trigger the mental health condition known as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), according to verywellmind.com, a mental health website affiliated with The Cleveland Clinic in...

Roughly 91,000 crashes in the United States are caused each year by drowsy driving  — resulting in the deaths of nearly 800 people and injuries of around 50,000 others. These are the figures released by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. While these figures may be staggering, they're only estimates. Determining whether drowsy driving was a factor in...

Until the colder weather arrives, many residents of Alabama will take their motorcycles out for a weekend cruise or for their daily commute. Motorcyclists have just as much right to access Alabama roadways as motorists. Some drivers, however, treat them as a nuisance. Others simply fail to pay attention and don't look for motorcyclists in...

Somewhere in New York City, there’s a 2011 Hyundai Sonata GLS with eight pending safety recalls. They range from potential seat-belt detachment to possible engine failure. Meanwhile, in the Seattle area, there is a 2011 Ford Fusion with five open recalls, including a dangerous airbag issue. If you use the ride-hailing services Uber or Lyft...

Distracted driving has always been a problem on Alabama roads. Before the advent of cellphones, it came in the form of adjusting the radio, eating and drinking behind the wheel, grooming, and taking care of personal hygiene. In short, it involved any kind of activity that diverts drivers’ attention or vision away from the road...

The number of people that you may have to talk to after an accident can be exhausting. Your claim is a top priority, and everyone you discuss your crash with seems nice, but how do you know who’s really looking out for your best interests? More importantly, how do you know who the people are...

Many people know what to do in the moments right after a car accident: exchange info, call your insurance company and get medical attention. What about the next few days? Whether you’re in a fender bender or a major crash, all car accidents can take a toll on you. Here is what you should expect...

A lot of people leave the scene of a car accident without the right information – especially if the accident doesn’t seem to be serious. When a fender bender turns into major bodywork down the road, the information you collected at the time of the crash can be the difference between a big payout and...

In 2018, Alabama saw a total of 946 traffic fatalities – a four percent increase from 2017. Aggressive driving and distracted driving are among the leading factors in fatal crashes in Alabama. That’s why two statewide bills are being considered that would mitigate the risk – one to address cell phone distraction and the other...

As walkable communities are becoming more and more popular, accidents involving pedestrians are also on the rise. Car manufacturers are taking steps to prevent collisions with pedestrians, which are a major safety concern here in Alabama. A 2018 report by the Governors Highway Safety Association stated that Alabama ranks eighth highest in the country for...