Trucks are a common sight on our highways as they deliver goods across the country. However, sharing the road with these large vehicles requires extra caution and awareness to prevent accidents and ensure everyone's safety. Driving near trucks requires extra caution...
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Can roundabouts help reduce motor vehicle collision rates?
Car crashes occur for a variety of different reasons. Often, human error is a main contributing factor. Drivers become negligent because they are too comfortable with the hazards of motor vehicle transportation. They might also openly violate traffic statutes,...
3 common causes of truck accidents
Truck accidents are a major cause of injury and even fatalities on roads across the United States. While truck drivers are among the best-trained and regulated drivers on the road, accidents involving trucks often occur due to a combination of factors, including...
Is there a limit to the amount you can recover after a crash?
Some states have a legal ceiling on the compensation you can recover for non-economic damages after a crash. These damages include your pain and suffering, emotional distress or a lower quality of life due to the injuries. Fortunately, there is no specific limit on...
Why do wrong-way interstate accidents happen?
When wrong-way accidents happen on small city streets, it’s often just because of confusion. Maybe a young driver doesn’t realize that they are turning down a one-way street because they don’t have much experience and most of the roads they use handle two-way traffic....
Are you safer on the road or the interstate?
Where do you feel safest driving? Most people will say that a typical city street or a country road is where they feel the most secure. They do not choose the interstate highway system, especially when they’re young. Many young drivers are intimidated by the highway...
Is a wrongful death lawsuit possible if the state doesn’t file criminal charges?
It is natural for those affected by a sudden tragedy to want closure and justice. The Kansas courts can sometimes provide opportunities to achieve these ends for surviving loved ones. In some cases, state prosecutors recognize that criminal choices led to someone's...
Will employers pay a worker’s costs if they crash in a personal vehicle?
Many different jobs may require that an employee drive occasionally. When driving is a primary component of someone's job, their employer might provide them with a company vehicle or possibly even a specialized delivery vehicle. Other times, there is an expectation...
4 strategies to minimize your risk of collisions at intersections
Navigating intersections can be nerve-wracking for even the most seasoned drivers because the potential for collisions lurks around every corner. Intersections are where multiple traffic streams converge, often with vehicles traveling in different directions and at...
3 things you need to know about wrongful death lawsuits in Kansas
A loved one’s sudden death can leave an irreplaceable void in the lives of the affected friends and family. It doesn’t get any better when the death in question could have been prevented were someone to exercise their duty of care. If a loved one succumbs because of...