Washington drivers run the risk of getting into rubbernecking-related accidents when they take to the road. Informing the public of what rubbernecking is and why it's so dangerous can help to prevent more of this behavior from happening in the future. What is...
Car Accident
Is drowsy driving really as bad as drunk driving?
While many Washington inhabitants are well aware of the fact that drinking and driving is extremely dangerous, many people don't realize how equally risky drowsy driving can be. In fact, a study showed that 50% of American adults have admitted to driving while they...
Common causes of summer vehicle accidents
The warm and sunny weather during summer is perfect for long drives out of town. Unfortunately, a lot of vehicle accidents happen during this season. The number of car accidents in Washington is baffling. Listed below are five common causes of summer vehicle...
Can you sue for distracted driving in Washington?
Although there are about 1.6 million auto accidents related to distracted driving in the U.S every year, there is still no national ban on texting and driving as of 2021. State-level laws do exist, but penalties vary. Some states fine texting drivers, while states...
Can you get serious injuries from a minor accident?
Even serious injuries can result from a minor accident. In Washington, the party who causes an accident is responsible to pay for the damage that they cause. Even when the accident is relatively minor, the responsible party may owe the victim compensation. Serious...
What common mistakes should you avoid after an auto accident?
Although it can be stressful to get into an auto accident, the situation can become even more complicated if you make a few common mistakes after the collision has occurred. Don't forget to immediately call the police after the accident takes place. You also don't...
Severity of weather-related accidents
Seattle is known for the high amount of rainfall the city receives each year. Residents of the city and other parts of Washington should understand that this rainfall increases the likelihood of becoming involved in an accident. By the numbers The Department of...
Be defensive when driving
Your teenage daughter is learning how to drive. As part of that, you take her out to practice on the roads. You have seen how bad some of the driving around Seattle is, so you are a little worried about her safety. One of the best things you could do is teach her some...
Car accident deaths don’t spark outrage
The chairman of the National Transportation Safety Board thinks that people should be outraged by the impact of car accidents on our society, but they’re not. He doesn’t know why, and he thinks it may have to do with how little people really grasp the number of deaths...
Spring weather and driving in the rain: Follow these tips
When the rain begins to fall, the last place you want to find yourself is behind the wheel of your car. However, as a resident of Seattle, this is a way of life. Even though driving in wet weather is stressful, there are some tips you can follow to improve your safety...