When you’re driving on the highway, one of the things you expect is that people will stay within the speed limit and also help minimize the risk of crashing. You hope that they will pay attention and not merge too closely to you, since this could result in a near miss...
Car Accidents
Surveillance video and drones can help your car crash case
These days, if you’re involved in a car crash, it’s more likely than ever that it was captured on video or in photos. Red-light cameras, Ring doorbells, businesses’ and other surveillance videos and even cameras on the helmets and bikes of passing cyclists can provide...
Can you drive with an injured leg or ankle?
You may have had a recent accident that impairs your ability to walk. It may have happened because you fell down some steps or you sprained your ankle on a hiking trip. Whatever the cause, it has complicated your life. This might make it hard to walk around your...
Could you get hurt by a driver without car insurance?
Car crashes can cause tens of thousands of dollars in property damage costs and hundreds of thousands of dollars in medical expenses and lost wages. State law in Washington requires that every driver carry liability insurance to protect themselves and others if they...
The danger of driving in heavy traffic
It is not often that you get the roadways to yourself in Seattle, Washington. Generally, you have to share the roads with other drivers and certain times are busier than others. Driving in heavy traffic comes with unique risks that warrant closer analysis. Why is...
Could a driver still be high the next day after using marijuana?
With the legalization of recreational marijuana, the number of people who have used it or tried it has increased. However, these individuals should know that driving while high is just as illegal as drunk driving. It may be possible to buy marijuana just like you...
Don’t let your cellphone put you at risk of a wreck
As technology advances, cell phones begin to play a more pivotal role in our daily lives. Not only are cell phones a way to stay connected socially, many people essentially work from their phones. At the same time, individuals can’t remain stationary at all times,...
Why does fog increase the frequency of car accidents?
All sorts of weather conditions can have a drastic impact on car accident rates. People most often think about ice and snow when they consider this angle, but you also have to think about the impact of rain and fog. You may not be able to avoid driving in the fog. You...
Watch out for vehicle blindspots whenever you are on the road
A vehicle's blind spot is any area around the car that the driver cannot see using their rear or side-view mirrors. It means that they cannot react to prevent a collision or any potential accident since they are not aware of their surroundings at the time. Given that...
Watch out for vehicle blind spots whenever you are on the road
A vehicle's blind spot is any area around the car that the driver cannot see using their rear or side-view mirrors. It means that they cannot react to prevent a collision or any potential accident since they are not aware of their surroundings at the time. Given that...