A crash involving a semi-truck is more than just a disruption to someone’s day. It can be a life-altering experience. Heavy commercial trucks can cause catastrophic injuries and irreparable property damage. Those in smaller vehicles are sometimes the party at fault for collisions with 18-wheelers. Seemingly inconsequential decisions in traffic can lead to a devastating collision. The three mistakes below are among the most common reasons why those in cars, pickup trucks or SUVs cause collisions with 18-wheelers. Failing to respect vehicle blind spots The trailers attached to commercial trucks ..read more

Few incidents can disrupt someone’s work day more significantly than getting hurt on the job. Maybe a co-worker makes a mistake while operating a forklift in a warehouse, or perhaps someone gets burned in a commercial kitchen. There are countless possible sources of injury in any given work environment, and even those in relatively safe professions might need to stop working because they got hurt on the job. Injured employees in North Carolina often qualify for workers’ compensation benefits, but those benefits are not automatic. What steps does someone usually need to take after a work injury ..read more

Driving distractions come from many sources. Without question, a significant portion of distracted drivers are using their cellphones in the car, even when it’s illegal for them to do so. But distractions can also include things like getting lost in thought, listening to music, talking to passengers, reading billboards and much more. In fact, you’ll find that young parents are some of the most distracted drivers in America. And worse yet, unlike someone who has made a conscious decision to use their cellphone, parents may not be able to avoid this distraction. Kids in the car The problem is ju ..read more

The neck is a delicate structure that can suffer considerably as a result of a car crash. There are several different injuries that can occur and they range from mild to severe. In some cases, injuries are catastrophic and will impact a crash victim for the rest of their life. Many neck injuries occur as a result of the violent force at the moment of impact that causes the head to fling forward and backward or side to side. This strains the soft tissues in the neck and can injury the vertebrae. Whiplash Whiplash occurs when the head is suddenly jerked forward and then backward, which strains t ..read more

Many of the roads around WIlson, North Carolina consist of two or more lanes. This helps prevent congestion and ensure that traffic flows freely.  With that being said, roads with multiple lanes present unique hazards, particularly with regard to lane changes. Lane changing accidents can result in serious injuries. What are some of the most common causes of lane change accidents?  When drivers don’t check mirrors  During driving lessons, it’s highly likely that the instructor stresses the importance of correct mirror usage. This occurs for many reasons, but it is particularly im ..read more

It is common for people to disagree about how speed limits should apply. For instance, there are those who say that the speed limits on the interstates should be raised since these are statistically one of the safest places that people can drive. There are others who point out that speed is a very big hazard on the road and that higher speeds may lead to more fatal accidents. So how does speed impact accidents? Does it actually cause more crashes to occur, or does it just make the crashes that do happen more serious? Problems in both areas The reality is that speed is problematic on both sides ..read more

A crash could put someone in the hospital or worse. Anyone in traffic should make a point of avoiding known safety risks for their own protection. In fact, traffic safety is about more than just knowing the rules. Motorists don’t just need to make safe decisions about their own conduct. They also have to monitor traffic conditions. That process requires cultivating an awareness of what other drivers do on the road and avoiding those clearly engaged in unsafe behaviors. For example, watching for distracted drivers can decrease someone’s likelihood of experiencing a severe collision caused by so ..read more

Drivers in North Carolina get pulled over and issued citations by police officers every day. Most motorists make the immediate decision to pay those citations rather than fighting the matter in traffic court. After all, the fine associated with traffic citations is often relatively low, and people may think that it is cheaper to pay the fine than to take the matter to court. That oversimplified approach actually leads to unfavorable outcomes for many North Carolina drivers. After all, the traffic ticket isn’t the only cost generated by the citation. Motorists also have to consider the impact t ..read more

Hydroplaning is a frightening experience that can occur when motorists drive in wet conditions, especially during heavy rain or on roads with poor drainage. It happens when a layer of water builds up between your vehicle’s tires and the road surface, causing a loss of traction and control. Knowing how to react when your vehicle starts to hydroplane is crucial for your safety and the safety of others on the road. Stay calm and avoid panic The first and most important thing to remember when your vehicle starts to hydroplane is to stay calm. Panicking can lead to poor decision-making and increase ..read more

When most people envision car accidents, what comes to mind is highways and intersections. Few people consider that accidents can also happen in parking lots. Despite the slow speed limits in parking lots, hundreds of deaths and thousands of injuries can be attributed to parking lot collisions. If you’re shocked by this revelation, you may wonder about the leading causes of parking lot accidents. Once you understand why parking lots are riskier than you think, you’ll likely stop dismissing them as mundane spaces. Distracted driving One of the most prevalent causes of parking lot accidents is d ..read more