Driving safely in Virginia means being alert at all times. You have to pay attention to vehicles that are coming from all sides and angles of yours. When you drive while being extremely tired, you lose the ability to act quickly and rationally enough to prevent an...
The year 2020 was one unlike any other -- one most of us are glad is in the past. Among the many parts of life the pandemic affected in Virginia was traffic. Employers in Roanoke and throughout the region told thousands of their employees to work from home. With...
Car accidents can pose serious risks to health. And anyone driving or riding in a car is at risk of spinal injury if they have a sudden impact. Virginia residents should be aware of the symptoms of a spinal cord injury. That way, if they're involved in an accident,...
Car maintenance is extremely important whether you drive your vehicle to commute to work each day or if you use your vehicle for annual, cross-country vacations. Improper tire maintenance is a leading issue when it comes to car accidents, which is why it is so...
Car crashes are a leading cause of injury and death in Virginia. Though nobody is immune to the effects of a car accident, some people may be more vulnerable than others. The National Highway Traffic Safety Association, a regulatory body focused on driving safety,...
Distracted driving remains a problem on Virginia roads, and even a mild distraction could result in a collision. Distractions may come from several sources, including multimedia displays, smartphones and even conversations with passengers. Sometimes, distractions are...
In many ways, excessive technology use has made the roads more dangerous in Virginia. Increased video conferences have added another layer to the issue. With more companies relying on video conferences instead of in-person meetings, an increasing number of drivers...
If it has never happened to you before, a "dooring" accident might almost sound comical. Someone is riding their bicycle in the bike lane next to a row of parked cars, trucks and SUVs. Suddenly, a driver's side door swings open just a few feet ahead. With virtually no...
There are an estimated 6 million car accidents every year in Virginia and throughout the United States, which averages to 16,438 each day. There are many different causes of car accidents, including drunk driving, speeding, distracted driving and reckless driving....
An unfortunate aspect of driving an automobile is dealing with the risk of being in a car accident. You likely know what to do after being in a collision in Virginia. But what about when this happens while you're traveling? Here's what to do after you're in a car...
