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Gear Up For Winter Driving, Utah Motorists!

August 26, 2012

Residents of Utah know that when the leaves fall off the trees and the sun sets a few hours early that the season of winter driving cannot be far away. Winter weather produces unique driving hazards that no motorist should overlook before hitting the road. Fortunately, there are changes motorists can make to their driving behaviors that can help them and other road users stay safe this winter. Winter driving conditions cause hundreds of thousands of accidents According to the Utah Department of Transportation, every year in the United States, 400,000 accidents on average occur that are attributable

Flickinger Sutterfield & Boulton Firm Represents Patients of Utah Family Doctor

July 23, 2012

Last fall, a woman reported to police in Orem, Utah that her family doctor was acting inappropriately during her medical exams. Upon investigation, it was discovered that he performed unnecessary and frequent vaginal exams for the purpose of his own personal pleasure. Although the woman was subject to Dr. David R. Hillam‘s alleged abuse for nearly three years, he assured her that the exams were for her benefit and part of her normal medical treatment. However, when he showed the woman a number of sexually explicit videos on his cellphone during medical visits, she began to question all that

Feds Propose Next Step in Fight Against Distracted Driving

June 21, 2012

In mid-February 2011, U.S. Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood announced the next move the federal government will take in its fight against distracted driving: technology that limits drivers’ ability to become distracted by electronic devices like cell phones and navigation systems. Talking about the moves his agency has made to fight distracted driving and related motor vehicle accidents, Secretary LaHood was quoted by Thomson Reuters as saying: “Distracted driving is a dangerous and deadly habit on America’s roadways – that’s why I’ve made it a priority to encourage people to stay focused behind the wheel.” The proposed guidelines would ask

Federal Agency Focusing on Pedestrian Fatalities

May 27, 2012

The U.S. is a car-oriented society. Many cities were designed to be automobile-friendly, which makes them dangerous for pedestrians. Federal government automobile fatality statistics show that pedestrian fatalities have been on the rise. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration released a report in August 2013 detailing the tools it has developed to combat the increase in pedestrian fatalities. Pedestrian Fatalities on the Rise According to NHTSA data, pedestrian fatalities have been increasing over the past few years. In 2011, the most recent year for which data is available, pedestrians were one of the few categories of road users

Avoid Auto Accidents During The 100 Deadliest Days On Utah’s Roads

March 21, 2012

The Utah Highway Patrol and the Utah Department of Transportation refer to the time between Memorial Day and Labor Day as the “100 Deadliest Days” on the state’s roads. More people are traveling on the roads during the summer, thereby increasing the odds of auto accidents. UDOT reports that motor vehicle accidents increase by about 35 percent during the summer months, with an average of about 96 auto accident fatalities each summer. Utah drivers can employ some simple techniques to increase their safety on the roads and lessen their chances of being involved in auto accidents. Rules of

Avoid Accidents By Preparing For Utah’s Severe Winter Weather Driving

February 9, 2012

Winter weather brings several outdoor pleasures. Building snow angels, skiing, snowball fights and sledding are some of the fantastic pastimes of a cooler climate. However, the snowy season also comes equipped with dangerous driving conditions. For example, a winter storm moved across Utah causing several accidents during the holidays. According to the Utah Highway Patrol, there were 47 accidents in Utah County from midnight to 5 p.m. on December 25, 2012. As road conditions worsen throughout the months of January and February, local authorities recommend that you pay attention to your surroundings and slow down when driving. However, in

Drivers Must Be Aware of Dangers Posed by Commercial Truck Accidents

January 26, 2012

The number of drivers on our roadways is constantly increasing. Motorists in small passenger vehicles must share the roads with large commercial trucks. This poses some unique safety risks that all drivers must be aware of when operating any motor vehicle. There are federal safety rules in place for drivers of large trucks aimed at increasing safety and reducing commercial vehicle accidents. These rules are important for protecting both truck drivers and the public in general. Unfortunately, when these basic safety rules are not followed, tragic accidents are often the result. Safety Regulations for Commercial Truck Drivers The U.S.

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Gear Up For Winter Driving, Utah Motorists!

Flickinger Sutterfield & Boulton Firm Represents Patients of Utah Family Doctor

Feds Propose Next Step in Fight Against Distracted Driving

Federal Agency Focusing on Pedestrian Fatalities

Avoid Auto Accidents During The 100 Deadliest Days On Utah’s Roads

Avoid Accidents By Preparing For Utah’s Severe Winter Weather Driving

Drivers Must Be Aware of Dangers Posed by Commercial Truck Accidents

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