Experts have linked speeding with an increased likelihood of a fatal car accident. Looking at data from the state, it seems the numbers do not lie. The Office of Traffic Safety reported some concerning figures about speeding and accidents in 2020 that show the problem...
Car Accidents
What are the impacts of crush injuries?
Getting involved in a serious crash can result in equally serious injuries. Though most people typically think of things like spine or brain damage, it can include more gruesome things like impalement, loss of limbs or crush injuries. Crush injuries often get very...
How can back injuries impact your life?
Back injuries can have a heavy impact on your life and you may not even anticipate it. In fact, back pain makes up the leading cause of workers taking time off the job. But a back injury can impact your life in many ways outside of job hours. Exactly how do these...
How does sleep deprivation lead to crashes?
Many different components factor into what does or does not trigger a car crash. Some components play a much larger role than others, though. This includes sleep deprivation. Drowsy driving is an enormous issue among all sorts of drivers, and it has recently gained...
Teen drivers, teen passengers a deadly combination
Experience goes a long way in terms of helping motorists stay safe on Minnesota’s roadways. Yet, teenage drivers lack the driving experience that older motorists have. This means teen drivers face an elevated chance of involvement in a car crash. Studies also show...
Can you recognize inattentional blindness?
Inattentional blindness serves as a natural psychological phenomenon meant to help people concentrate on important matters. Unfortunately, it can cause just as many problems, too. This is especially true for drivers who do not understand the potential problems that...
Are tailgaters automatically responsible for car accidents?
In Minnesota, following behind another driver too closely, known as tailgating, is a form of aggressive driving. If you follow too closely and a rear-end collision occurs, you will likely be responsible for the damages. The problem with tailgating Tailgating hinders...
How to talk to elderly parents about driving safety
As your parent's age, they may develop hearing, vision or coordination issues that could affect their driving. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention noted that more than 700 senior motorists experience vehicle-related injuries daily. Caring.com notes that...
How do you drive safely on ice?
As the winter months continue to bring chilly weather to nearly every part of the country, it is important to understand winter road safety. Though many aspects of road safety can suffer during cold weather, icy road conditions contribute to the bulk of them. Thus, it...
Minnesota may see most traffic deaths since 2007
Traffic fatalities are rising across Minnesota. If the trends seen through late October of 2021 continue through the rest of the year, they may hit their highest number since 2007. Many Minnesota traffic fatalities have similar characteristics in common. So,...
