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You may have felt that there’s less space on the road than there used to be. The main reason for this is that cars have got bigger. Modern cars have crumple zones and airbags which bloat the vehicle size. Yet, that’s not the only reason they’ve increased in size....
Night driving in Washington comes with unique risks you might not expect. As darkness falls, your vision becomes limited and hidden hazards emerge. From busy city streets to winding country roads already familiar to you, Washington's diverse landscape adds extra...
A recent accident is stressful enough without adding the confusion of the legal system to the mix. For instance, if you were hurt in Washington state, you might worry that being partly at fault means you can't seek compensation. However, under Washington's comparative...
Many times, when it comes to distracted driving accidents, the root cause is just that the other driver was using their smartphone. These devices are usually prohibited on the road, but people use them for a variety of reasons – programming a GPS, taking pictures,...
You have probably heard how crucial it is to seek medical attention after a car accident, even if you feel fine. It can help to identify hidden injuries and provide medical evidence for your accident claim. However, you also play a role in your post-accident medical...
Have you ever seen a driver with a “thousand-yard stare” on their face as they watch a traffic light and wait for it to turn green? It can actually be a sign that they’re completely oblivious to you as you try to walk through the intersection. Inattentional blindness...
Not only can car accidents result in severe physical injuries, but they can cause serious psychological trauma. Victims of car accidents often go on to suffer post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and other psychological conditions. The emotional and psychological...
A car accident is always a chaos-inducing event in anybody’s life – and your immediate concern is making sure that you get the appropriate medical care for your injuries. Only once you’re medically stable may you turn your attention to the practical concerns,...
When many people think about distracted driving, they imagine that the driver is intentionally engaged in another task. Maybe the driver is texting and driving. Maybe they’re distributing snacks and toys to children who are in the car with them. Maybe they’re just...
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, there are three main types of distracted driving. These include cognitive distractions, manual distractions and physical distractions. It’s important to note that these are just broad categories. There are...