There are many different types of distractions that drivers face every day in Kentucky. From using a cellphone to eating while driving, these things can be deadly for motorists on the road. Here are the common types of distractions that cause motor vehicle accidents...
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Is putting on makeup while driving dangerous?
Complacency could become a problem among drivers who multitask. A person who eats while driving might not worry much. Yet, an accident could occur when not entirely focused. When someone chooses to put on makeup while driving, they could be taking an even greater...
Dangerous driving habits to avoid
Most people consider themselves to be good drivers, but almost everyone engages in at least one habit that could increase their risk of getting into an accident. For instance, it isn't uncommon for drivers to perform rolling stops at intersections or to drive faster...
How to stay safe on the road after the clocks go back
On Nov. 1, individuals living in Kentucky and most other states turned their clocks back an hour. While the time change provided many people the opportunity to gain an extra hour of sleep, it also has the potential to make roads and highways more dangerous. However,...
What is the most dangerous time of day to drive?
Like many motorists, you may have no clue when the most dangerous time to drive is. Nighttime may seem like the obvious answer, yet there are fewer drivers on the road when it is dark out. Morning rush hour might also seem risky, as millions of half-awake people head...
Younger and older people liable to drive unsafe vehicles
Newer vehicles are no doubt safer, but many people in Kentucky choose to drive older ones. It could be that you're among that number. While legitimate concerns about money will dominate most people's choices in this field, one team of researchers encourages everyone...
Knowing about the dangers of drowsy driving
You may have been the victim of a drowsy driver in Kentucky, and the injuries may have been so severe that personal injury protection won't cover the losses. In that case, you might be eligible to file a third-party insurance claim. Drowsy driving is one of the...
Distracted truckers pose a danger
One of the greatest dangers that you will face on the road in Kentucky comes from large trucks. These vehicles naturally pose a risk to other drivers due to their large size. However, this risk is compounded by the fact that some truck drivers are not fully engaged...
Teen car crash rates may decline with later school start times
You were injured in a car crash on your way to work, and you discover that the other driver was distracted. If the driver was a teen, then it would make sense in light of some recent findings linking unsafe teen driving with early school start times. Schools across...
NHTSA safety ratings, crash tests in need of updating
If a loved one in Kentucky suffered a serious injury in a car wreck, then it may benefit them to learn more about personal injury law. If the loved one was driving a vehicle that has received a four- or five-star safety rating from the National Highway Traffic Safety...
