According to statistics from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), drowsy driving causes more than 100,000 crashes a year, resulting in 1,500 fatalities and another 70,000 injuries. Other statistics show one in six deadly fatal accidents involves a drowsy driver. And although over 96 percent of people say they are totally against allowing someone…
On Friday, January 13, a hit and run driver was sentenced to 199 days in jail – the exact number of days the victim survived after being hit. The fatal pedestrian accident occurred on Oct. 16, 2021, in Greensboro, NC. The 28-year-old victim was in a crosswalk at the intersection of Spring Street and Friendly…
One of the so-called “perks” that the majority of insurance companies are offering customers in order to reduce their premiums is apps that monitor their driving habits. Just like the black boxes that are in planes, these apps track everything the driver does while they are behind the wheel. By consistently following the rules of…
The winter holiday season is upon us, which means that many people throughout North Carolina and around the country will soon be celebrating with friends and family, if they have not already started. Between family get-togethers, office holiday parties, and meeting old friends out on the town, many such celebrations include alcohol—far too much alcohol,…
Being involved in any type of crash can be an overwhelming experience for all those involved, even the at-fault driver. But when the crash is caused by a drunk driver and could have been completely avoided, it makes the resulting injuries and damage that much more frustrating. These situations become even more complicated if the…