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Identifying and Avoiding Road Rage and Aggressive Driving

July 6, 2022

As Utah’s population grows, we must commit to avoiding road rage and aggressive driving from others and keeping our cool if we experience it. More drivers on the road mean slower commutes and more potential for aggression. Without greater intention to avoid emotional responses, this leaves us all at greater risk of an accident. “Road rage” is a term that was coined in the 1990s by a television news station in response to several incidents of freeway shootings. Many have expanded the term to encompass all forms of aggressive driving. However, while both aggressive driving and road rage

How Do I Look Up an Accident Report?

June 1, 2021

The average person will experience about four accidents throughout their lifetime, so it’s a good idea to understand how an accident report works. Accidents, no matter how serious, are hectic and confusing. An accident report helps to clarify the details of the crash so that you can receive fair compensation. We’re sharing all the information you need to know about these reports to help ease the stress of your next collision. Why an Accident Report Matters After a traffic accident, a police report is essential as it serves as a standardized method of communication to all concerned parties.

When Is the Most Dangerous Time for a Truck Accident?

April 7, 2021

A truck accident can occur anywhere and at any time of day, but statistics show that the afternoon poses the biggest threat to vehicle operators. Continue reading to learn more about the trends that plague U.S. motorways and what you can do to stay safe on the road. When Do Most Truck Accidents Occur? It would stand to reason that most truck accidents would happen during times with low visibility, such as nighttime, or during heavy traffic; however, the opposite is true. According to 2019 data from The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, most of these collisions occur

Is It Necessary to File a Police Report After a Truck Accident?

November 13, 2019

First of all, the answer to the question is unequivocal YES! People who drive trucks feel invincible because they’re inside a vehicle that’s bigger than most of the other cars on the road. However, since semi-trucks are bigger and heavier than any other vehicle on the road, they’re more likely to cause an accident. When truck accidents occur, the truck causes severe damage to anything that it strikes. Worst of all, truck accident injuries can be more severe than those that result from a car-on-car wreck. Disastrous truck accidents usually result in broken bones, deep cuts, brain injuries,

Rear-End Truck Crashes Prove Fatal

September 10, 2013

Rear-end collisions between trucks and motor vehicles can have devastating effects. Of the 400,000 truck accidents per year, 18 percent are rear-end crashes. Most of these accidents are attributed to trucks hitting motor vehicles. Many of the fatal rear-end collisions involved multiple vehicles. 18 percent of truck-attributed accidents involved three or more vehicles, where as multiple vehicles comprised only five percent of rear-end accidents caused by motor vehicles. Of fatal rear-end collisions, about 46 percent involved multiple (at least three) vehicles. This disparity is likely due to the sheer weight and size differences between large trucks and passenger cars. Typically,

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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Tag: Truck Accident

Identifying and Avoiding Road Rage and Aggressive Driving

How Do I Look Up an Accident Report?

When Is the Most Dangerous Time for a Truck Accident?

Is It Necessary to File a Police Report After a Truck Accident?

Rear-End Truck Crashes Prove Fatal

Drivers Must Be Aware of Dangers Posed by Commercial Truck Accidents

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