If you are in a car crash, almost immediately after, you will notice that the accident scene floods with emergency services personnel and other roadside workers. Crews show up to remove vehicular debris off the roads and tow trucks arrive to drive damaged vehicles...
Car Accidents
Teens and the elderly drive old cars with no ESC or side airbags
If you own a newer vehicle in Tennessee, then chances are that it comes with electronic stability control and side airbags. The safety benefits cannot be denied; ESC, in particular, can be as effective as seat belts in preventing car crash deaths. It helps a vehicle...
Study: Apple CarPlay more distracting than texting
The U.K.-based safety charity IAM RoadSmart has conducted a study on Apple CarPlay, a system that allows drivers to access an iPhone without touching it. Tennessee residents should know that contrary to what Apple has said about the safety benefits of CarPlay, the...
Understanding Tennessee auto accident laws
Automobile collisions are a far too common occurrence. Motor vehicle crashes account for approximately 99% of transportation injuries. Every state has important rules and regulations for auto accidents that people must follow. Understanding the Tennessee laws for...
Study reveals which states see most drunk driving car accidents
According to statistics from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, in 2017, the majority of fatal accidents caused by intoxicated drivers involved motorists whose Blood Alcohol Content exceeded the national standard of .08. Indeed, more than half of...
Teens more likely to cause distracted driving car accidents
According to statistics compiled by the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety, teen drivers pose a significant danger to fellow travelers. For the five-year span between 2013 and 2017, an estimated 3,500 people were killed in car accidents caused by...
Car accidents continue to take a toll on Tennessee highways
Whether one is a resident of Tennessee or simply traveling through the state to another destination, it is important to remain vigilant behind the wheel. Unfortunately, car accidents continue to take a toll on victims and their families on a daily basis....
Reporting an accident is necessary in Tennessee
If you get into a car accident in Tennessee, there are a few things you have to do. Initially, you must assess the situation to determine if you need to call for help or make an accident report. If anyone is hurt or there is property damage, call 911 to have the...
Even advanced riders can benefit from motorcycle safety courses
Riding a motorcycle comes with a unique set of dangers. This is why safety should be your number one priority every time you climb onto your bike, and staying goes beyond wearing a helmet and riding leathers or staying within the bounds of the speed limit. You might...
3 things never to say to an insurance agent
After a crash, you contact your insurance company to let them know. Since you weren't at fault, you also have to speak with the other party's insurance company. This is where things become more complicated. There are certain things you should and should not say to an...
















