Your brain cannot concentrate on more than one thing at a time. Therefore, if you are having a conversation with a passenger, talking on your cellphone or simply lost in thought, you are not fully focused on road conditions. Driving in Michigan while distracted can...
Avoid the dangers of summer driving
The summer is known to be the deadliest time on U.S. roads. There are plenty of dangers for drivers during the summer months, including distracted drivers and plenty of police officers checking speeds. Extreme heat can drive temperatures above 100 in Dearborn,...
Steps to take after a car accident in Michigan
A vehicle accident in Dearborn, Michigan, is a stressful time, but it is important to stay calm. While you may seek damages from at-fault parties, follow these steps to make the process smoother. What to do after an accident After motor vehicle accidents, the first...
How truck driver fatigue leads to accidents
Most people in Michigan understand that driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol is extremely dangerous. However, many don’t understand that driving while extremely fatigued can be just as unsafe as driving drunk. Drowsy driving is especially dangerous when a...
Distracted driving is a problem
Motor vehicle accidents in Michigan can be reduced if drivers use more caution. However, there are endless ways to be distracted by technology and other things both inside and outside of vehicles. Dealing with the risks of distraction is something you can do by...
Are some car features too distracting?
Can technology actually be causing car accidents? Motor vehicle safety has improved with the addition of new features. However, some technology may be having a bad effect on auto safety. Residents of Michigan may want to learn more about how technology causes...
Settling a Michigan car accident claim
If you have been in a car accident in Michigan, you may be wondering what to do next. The process of filing a car accident claim can be confusing, and it is important to understand the steps involved, including what you need to do to file a claim and what types of...
Electronic log rules might not reduce trucking accidents
Trucking accidents could cause disastrous injuries and death, so extra legislative and regulatory steps aim to reduce collisions. For example, a fatigued driver who violates the hours-of-service rules should not be on the road. Electronic logs keep track of service...
Understanding who is liable after an Uber accident
Getting a ride to places you need to travel in Michigan can be efficient and manageable when using a ride-sharing service like Uber. However, you need to know who is responsible if you get injured in a motor vehicle accident while using this service. Uber's...
Findings from Operation Safe Driver Week
Passenger and commercial vehicle drivers who travel at unsafe speeds are responsible for about a quarter of all road deaths. The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance’s annual Operation Safe Driver Week is a weeklong awareness and outreach initiative that targets risky...