Speeding is a serious problem on our roads and can have devastating consequences. The faster the car travels at the time of an accident, the more likely the occupants will sustain serious injuries or fatalities. By understanding the impact of speed on car crash...
Motor Vehicle Accidents
3 common causes of car accidents in Baltimore
While living in Baltimore has many benefits, the high-traffic volumes increase your odds of getting in an accident. According to data compiled by Daily Infographic, Baltimore ranked first among the cities with the most automobile accidents. Although avoiding one comes...
Backup cameras: do they help prevent accidents?
With each passing year, manufacturers release new car models with more and more safety features and smart technology. The backup camera is not necessarily one of the latest breakthroughs anymore, but it has become a feature that many drivers expect when purchasing a...
Distracted driving risks
Distraction is a leading cause of accidents. While this problem has been slightly declining in recent years, it continues to cause a disturbing number of injuries and accidents. According to the Maryland Department of Transportation, there are an average of 181 deaths...
4 steps to take if you are hit by a car on your bicycle
If you are in an automobile collision while riding your bicycle, you are likely due compensation for medical care and property repair. Therefore, it is essential to take appropriate steps to document the accident to ensure you receive the compensation and support you...
3 things to do after a car accident
Car accidents are shocking and unexpected. They can often leave you confused and disoriented in the immediate aftermath. There are a few important things to do if you are ever in an accident with another vehicle. 1. Check for injuries Check yourself and your...
3 simple ways to avoid distractions behind the wheel
Distracted driving, where a motorist fails to pay enough attention to the task of driving, remains a common and deadly problem in Maryland and across the country. In fact, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reports more than 3,000 Americans died in...
Defective Takata air bags remain a deadly problem
Few automotive recalls have received more public attention than the one involving Takata air bags. Since the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration ordered Takata to recall its faulty air bags in late 2014, millions of Americans have taken their vehicles to...
Is your car a fire hazard?
Because most cars on the road today have internal combustion engines that run on flammable fuel, a car fire may become catastrophic quickly. According to the National Fire Protection Association, firefighters responded to more than 212,000 vehicle fires in 2018 alone....
Can you trust your car’s backup camera?
Car backup cameras, which show drivers the space behind their vehicles, are a modern safety feature that simplify driving. Consequently, federal law has required all new vehicles sold in the U.S. since 2018 to have backup cameras. Back-over accidents, where a vehicle...