In honor of Distracted Driving Awareness Month this April, the car accident attorneys at Ausman Law Firm in Omaha are committed to raising awareness about common distractions behind the wheel. Each year, thousands of people die in crashes linked to texting and driving and other distractions. One Omaha family is turning tragedy into advocacy, urging Nebraska lawmakers to enact tougher distracted driving laws. Lawmakers introduce tougher distracted driving legislation Legislative Bill 1340 was introduced by State Sen. Kathleen Kauth. If enacted, it would raise motor vehicle homicide from a Clas ..read more

Accidents involving pedestrians and drivers frequently lead to severe injuries for people on foot, with pedestrians being particularly vulnerable to the impact of fast-moving vehicles. Among the most prevalent and severe injuries sustained in such incidents is a traumatic brain injury, commonly referred to as a TBI. But just how common are TBIs resulting from pedestrian accidents? Why are these injuries so frequently caused by car accidents? How can pedestrians recognize the signs of a brain injury? And who bears the responsibility for covering the costs associated with pedestrian TBIs? An Om ..read more

People get hurt or killed in car accidents and crashes involving other vehicles every year. And it’s a problem everywhere. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), more than 1.19 million people are killed in road traffic crashes each year. In the United States, there were an estimated 42,795 people killed in motor vehicle crashes in 2022. In Nebraska, there have been 232 traffic fatalities on average between 2017 and 2021. Car accidents remain a pervasive problem Across the globe, between 20 and 50 million suffer serious but non-fatal injuries each year. These road traffic injuries a ..read more

Most people probably want to be safer drivers. After all, no one wants to be involved in a car accident. So, how can drivers fix their risky behaviors behind the wheel? Here are eight easy strategies to correct common bad driving habits. What are common bad driving habits? Each year, the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety conducts a nationwide driver survey to gather information about dangerous driving habits. The foundation recently released the results of its 2022 survey. Officially called the "Traffic Safety Culture Index," this study is based on responses from 2,500 drivers. The anonymous ..read more

The dangers of drunk driving have been well-documented for decades. Unfortunately, some people are still not getting the message, especially during the holidays. That’s why several nationwide organizations hope to raise awareness about drunk driving during the holiday season in December. “Two of the most celebrated dates in December – Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve – are also among the most dangerous,” says Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD). "That is why MADD is teaming up with law enforcement agencies across the country throughout the month of December, which has been recognized as Nati ..read more

Omaha officials are considering removing seven traffic signals in the city, according to WOWT 6 News. However, some Omaha residents fear that car accidents could increase at those intersections without these traffic signals. "I think it's going to be a disaster," Omaha resident Pat Rodis said in an interview with WOWT 6 News. Fellow Omaha resident Ann Holmes agreed. "Potentially taking out this light just allows traffic to pick up speed," Holmes said in an interview with WOWT 6 News. Which traffic signals would be removed? The Omaha Department of Public Works is considering removing seven tra ..read more

The latest data released by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) shows a decline in traffic fatalities for the fifth consecutive quarter. During the first half of 2023, the nation saw 19,515 fatalities caused by car accidents. This marks a 3.3% reduction when compared to the 20,190 fatalities reported during the same period in 2022. While this is a step in the right direction, the reduced road deaths weren't uniform across all states. For example, there was an increase in traffic fatalities in 21 states, Puerto Rico, and the District of Columbia. The remaining 29 states ..read more

While the number of fatalities from car accidents in Nebraska this year has decreased compared to the previous year, state officials emphasize that there is still significant work to be done in curbing motor vehicle accidents across the state. The high rates of car accident deaths witnessed during the past summer in Nebraska are of particular concern. Alarming statistics reveal that many fatalities involved individuals not wearing seatbelts, highlighting the urgent need for improved safety measures. How many people died in car accidents in Nebraska? A recent report by 6 News Omaha highlighted ..read more

Nebraska has the fourth-highest percentage of drivers who have caused a car accident of any state in the country, according to a recent study conducted by Insurify. What does this mean exactly? And what can you do to stay safe on the road and hopefully avoid a collision in the future? Our Omaha car accident attorneys at Ausman Law Firm P.C., L.L.O. explore the answers to all these questions and provide more useful information below for drivers. What is an at-fault accident? As the phrase suggests, an at-fault accident occurs when one driver causes a collision. This means that one driver behav ..read more

A report highlights the dangers pedestrians face when drivers are negligent. Nationwide, pedestrian accident fatalities have reached an alarming four-decade high, painting a grim picture of the current state of pedestrian safety in the United States. Recent findings from the Governors Highway Safety Association (GHSA) highlight the problem and emphasize the shared responsibility all drivers have in keeping pedestrians safe. Alarming rise in pedestrian deaths Each year, the GHSA conducts a thorough study based on accident data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Sh ..read more