Many motorists associate the winter months with unsafe driving conditions. They may operate under the assumption that snowy or icy roads are the most dangerous road conditions possible. The Seattle area sees hundreds of weather-related crashes every year, and some of...
The process of handling car crash consequences can last for months. People may wait an hour or more for a police officer to come put together a collision report. They have to arrange to repair their vehicles, undergo medical care and negotiate with insurance...
In the aftermath of a serious car accident, one of the common concerns among victims is whether or not they will be able to recover compensation if they were partially at fault for the accident. Fortunately, Washington's comparative negligence law offers a fair...
Having a motor vehicle has essentially become a requirement for most parents. Between running errands, getting children to school and extracurricular activities, parents may drive with their children in the vehicle multiple times per day in some cases. Unfortunately,...
Distracted driving is a serious safety concern for anyone on the road. An increasing number of people struggle to disconnect from their electronic devices while operating motor vehicles. There are also a host of other distractions, from eating to talking with...
Teenage drivers have a bad reputation. That reputation comes from both popular perceptions of young adults and real-world experience on the road. Teen drivers cause some of the worst crashes, and collisions are a leading cause of mortality for young adults. In many...
Fatigue or exhaustion is common among working adults in the United States. Between demanding work schedules, daily commutes and household responsibilities, people may barely have enough time to meet their own basic needs. Oftentimes, adequate rest is the first thing...
Anyone who rides in a motor vehicle could get hurt in a crash. Even the safest driver operating the vehicle with the best crash safety rating could end up involved in a crash caused by someone else that injures them or another occupant of the vehicle. Some people are...
A Washington car crash can trigger some truly significant expenses. Some people end up in the hospital after a collision, and there are also expenses related to vehicle damage for people to consider. People may need to pay to tow their vehicle, take an ambulance to...
Car crashes can cause a host of injuries, including those involving the brain. There are various types of brain injuries that might occur. They can range from mild concussions to severe trauma. The type and severity of the injury often depend on factors such as the...