Louisiana often appears in online lists discussing the most hazardous roads and drivers in the U.S. Our state was ranked seventh among the states with the worst roads in a 2022 report. You cannot always avoid motor vehicle accidents even if you drive safely and abide...
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Did you suffer a concussion in your car wreck?
A road traffic accident can result in numerous injuries for those involved. These can range from minor to serious, with head injuries being among the most severe. One condition that you may suffer from after a crash is a concussion. This is often passed off as a...
Avoid these 18-wheeler blind spots
When you look at a truck driver cruising along in their cab, have you ever wondered whether they could see you? Or at what point they first noticed you? Many truckers go along blissfully unaware of your presence for large stretches at a time. In some cases, this is...
2 causes of autonomous car accidents
Nearly everyone is getting in on self-driving cars, which some people feel is one of the greatest things since sliced bread. For years, science fiction books and movies have been predicting this turn in technological advancements. Many people are ecstatic about the...
3 mistakes to avoid when driving around large trucks
Large trucks are a common sight on roads and highways throughout Louisiana. They are a necessary part of the economy but present hazards to other drivers. Larger trucks have several downsides. For example, they take longer to stop than smaller vehicles and have more...
Is speeding actually a victimless crime?
When people get speeding tickets, they will sometimes complain that it's a victimless crime. They weren't involved in an accident. They didn't harm anyone. They were simply breaking the legal limit, and now they have to pay hundreds of dollars in compensation. And...
Are we overlooking serious driving distractions?
Many driving distractions are fairly well-known, such as texting and driving. People understand that this is a distraction and that it is highly dangerous. Yes, it still happens, but there is a general knowledge surrounding this type of behavior, even by those who...
What to do when another driver has road rage
A driver who is overly aggressive puts you in danger. If someone else has road rage, the odds that you will be involved in a serious accident go up, even if you do not suffer from this disorder yourself. You can be as safe as possible, but your safety is always in the...
Exploring some common causes of pedestrian accidents
Every year, thousands of people are tragically killed in pedestrian accidents. In fact, some research suggests that pedestrian accidents are at an all-time high. The causes of this type of incident come from various angles, and pedestrians tend to be more at risk...
Never assume a big rig driver will consider your safety
Road safety authorities in Baton Rouge and other cities in Louisiana urge motorists and operators of large trucks to consider each other as they share the highways. Due to the massive weight difference between trucks and cars, occupants of cars are typically worse...