Red-light running is a major cause of injury and road deaths across the nation. Studies show that Kentucky sees more red-light-running deaths than most states. The number of people dying in such crashes is also rising rapidly, creating questions about what cities and...
Drivers across the board have a lot to worry about when it comes to preserving safety on the road. Everything from a small distraction to not getting enough sleep the night before could potentially lead to dangerous or even fatal crashes. In particular, drowsiness has...
Motorcycling is a very enjoyable activity when riding “two-up,” which means to ride with a passenger. However, if this is your first time as a passenger on a motorcycle, it is vital to understand what precautions you should take in order to ensure your safety....
Your car's airbags may be critical in preventing serious injuries during a collision. After all, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration estimates airbags prevented more than 50,000 traffic fatalities during a recent 30-year period. For your car's airbags...
Car accidents claim the lives of many individuals each year; however, not all victims are vehicle occupants. Some of the lives claimed belonged to pedestrians struck by vehicles, both in urban and rural areas. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention report that...
Inattentional blindness is a phenomenon that most people experience many times in their life without even realizing it. Under normal circumstances, it serves as a way to cut down on the superfluous extra information you absorb in a given situation so you can focus on...
No matter how minor the car accident, it is likely an annoyance in your day. Even if you accidentally nick the side of your house, it is frustrating. Accidents involving other people are often even more headache-inducing. However, the situation escalates quickly if...
When any type of vehicle strikes a pedestrian, the results are often catastrophic. Yet, when an SUV strikes a pedestrian, the chances of that pedestrian walking away unscathed decrease even more. Research shows that SUVs are growing rapidly in popularity across...
This spring, the Kentucky Office of Highway Safety launched the Buckle Up/Phone Down initiative to address two common causes of serious auto accident injuries. Data from OHS reported by ABC News 13 indicates that distracted driving alone causes about 200 fatalities...
After getting into a crash, you will likely suffer from injury. Head, neck and back injuries are among the most common. If you suffer from a head injury, you are also likely to deal with a brain injury, too. In particular, traumatic brain injuries can cause great...
