Police are investigating a fatal crash on I-64 in Norfolk near Granby Street that killed a female passenger in one vehicle. Virginia State Police said the crash happened around 2:45 a.m., in the construction area of the highway, when the driver of a Ford Fusion switched lanes suddenly and veered into a jersey barrier on […]
Category: Car Accidents
What are Some Social Media Tips I Should Follow After a Car Accident?
Social media has become a primary way of communicating for a good part of the population. It is enjoyable to share happy events and pictures of your children, garden, or vacation. However, due to the permanent nature of social media, people should remember that anything they post will never truly go away. Social media is […]
What Should I Say to Insurance Companies After a Car Accident?
Auto insurance companies are highly experienced in dealing with just about any car accident that could happen. Very little occurs on roadways that auto insurance companies have not handled many times in the past. That makes car insurance companies especially skillful at cutting their costs at the expense of insured parties. Whenever an insurance adjuster […]
How Should I Plan for Labor Day Travel?
Summer always seems to go by so fast, and many people are excited for Labor Day weekend. Labor Day is often seen as the unofficial end of summer, which means more people will be traveling. The holiday traffic leads to a greater risk of car accidents. One of the most proactive ways to prevent Labor […]
What are Crucial Back-to-School Safety Driving Tips for Students and Parents?
As children across Virginia head back to school, it is a good time to review some essential driving tips. It is easy to forget some of the rules of the road after a couple of months of student-free summer driving. Parents and teenage drivers should review the following tips to ensure a safe back-to-school season. […]
Study Shows an Increase in Car Accidents in States With Legal Marijuana
A new study from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) has found that states that have legalized or decriminalized marijuana have a six percent higher rate of car accidents that are caused by driver impairment. As of July 01, 2021, people 21 years old and older in Virginia can possess up to 1 ounce […]
How can I Protect Myself from Reckless Motorists?
The safest drivers make sure to always drive carefully, following the rules of the road and being aware of everything that is around them. Yet even the most conscientious motorists cannot control what other drivers do. Reckless motorists threaten everyone’s safety and are often seen speeding, running through red lights, and texting at the wheel. […]
Will Dashcam Footage Help My Car Accident Claim?
Modern vehicles are equipped with a wide range of advanced safety features that can help prevent serious car accidents. However, car accidents continue to happen due to a range of factors, including driver error, inclement weather, and poor road conditions. When an accident occurs and no property damage or injuries are involved, is very important […]
Can Machine Learning Predict Car Accident Risks?
According to data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), there were 38,680 fatal motor vehicle accidents across the United States in 2020. While that number was down from the previous year, it is an undeniably tragic statistic. Automakers, government agencies, and traffic safety experts are always looking for new strategies to reduce car […]
Why Do Car Accidents Increase in the Summer?
A study by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) that covered 24 years of car accident statistics revealed that 29 percent more people die in car crashes in the summer months than during the winter. Peak months for car accidents are June, July, and August, and fatal accidents involving teen drivers are much higher […]