According to the National Safety Council (NSC), the risk of a fatal car accident is three times greater in the evening. While we only do a quarter of our driving at night, 50% of traffic fatalities occur around that time. Whether you are familiar with the roadways or...
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Month: June 2017
Helpful Tips to Promote Safe Driving at All Times
In 2016, about 40,000 people suffered fatal injuries in car accidents. The three main causes of deaths on the road include alcohol, distracted driving, and speeding. At Williams DeClark Tuschman Co., L.P.A., we have represented countless clients who have suffered...
Why Teen Drivers Often Involved in Car Accidents
In a report by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), car accidents are the leading cause of fatalities for teens in the United States. In 2015, 2,333 teens – ages 16 through 19 – were killed in car crashes. In 2014, 221,313 were sent to...
Are Employers Liable for Distracted Driving Accidents Caused by Their Employees?
What happens when a person is involved in a car accident with a distracted driver who is using his or her motor vehicle for work? Is the driver’s employer liable for providing compensation to the victim for their injuries? The simple answer is, yes. The use of...