Car Accidents
Texting and Driving Now Leads to More Accidents than Driving Under the Influence
Texting and Driving Now Leads to More Accidents Than Driving Under the Influence Although accidents caused by individuals driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs can lead to catastrophic injuries and are still an extreme problem across the United States, distracted driving is becoming a leading cause of accidents. Despite the fact that cellphone-related…
Read MoreNorth Dakota Leads the Nation in Drunk Driving Fatalities
An dangerous epidemic throughout North Dakota Despite the continued media attention, law enforcement programs and general knowledge of the risks of drinking and driving, this problem continues to be an issue in North Dakota. According to statistics from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, North Dakota leads the nation in drunk driving fatalities. In North…
Read MoreDo North Dakota Roads Have More Drunk Drivers?
The rate of drunk driving has decreased nationwide due to tougher laws and aggressive efforts by law enforcement agencies. The percentage of drivers who operate a vehicle while under the influence during the weekends has decreased from 38 percent to 8 percent, according to a report on WDAY news. While the traffic survey suggests that…
Read MoreWhat is Distracted Driving? North Dakota Laws and Statistics
Distracted driving is not unusual. Some people just lose focus when they get behind the wheel. Here is an interesting fact from The AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety: 88% of drivers 16 years old and older report that they feel threatened by others who talk on cell phones, and 96.1% feel threatened by drivers who…
Read MoreIs It Worth Your Life? The Danger of Texting and Driving
We are obsessed with our phones, and many of us check them up to hundreds of times a day. Forgetting your phone is a disaster that can leave you feeling disconnected and out of touch. Our constant access to the thoughts and comments of our friends, shared posts and photos on social media sites such…
Read MoreKeep Teens Safe: National Distracted Driving Awareness Month
A single text message sent behind the wheel can mean sudden death. National Distracted Driving Awareness Month was established to focus attention on the perils of distracted driving. Statistics reveal that younger drivers are far more inclined to text while driving. Young drivers also lack experience, adding to the problem. The lack of experience can…
Read MoreNorth Dakota Car Accidents Injuries Result In Collision
North Dakota residents are involved in their fair share of auto accidents every year. Unfortunately, many of these car accidents result in serious injuries or worse. Recently, the North Dakota Highway Patrol reported a collision that left two men in need of medical care. The crash occurred close to Cooperstown near the end of September.…
Read MoreSeeking Compensation for Car Accidents
Auto accidents can range in severity from minor fender benders to those with fatal consequences. Car accidents that result in serious injury or death are, unfortunately, fairly common in North Dakota, and those negatively affected may wonder what rights they have to seek compensation for car accidents. Those who believe negligence by another person was…
Read MoreNorth Dakota Motorcycle Accident Leads To Injuries
An elderly couple was injured recently in a North Dakota Motorcycle accident with a SUV. Car accidents like this are, unfortunately, are all too common and are actually a growing concern for many motorcycle riders — especially while the weather is still nice. These accidents are known to cause serious to fatal injuries to bikers…
Read MoreCar vs Semi Truck Accidents Lead to Tragic Outcomes in North Dakota
It is sad but often true that in a car vs semi truck accident, the car just doesn’t stand much of a chance. These big rigs are just that, big, and can do a whole lot of damage with very little effort. Sadly, auto accidents with these tractor trailers are a pretty common occurrence and…
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