Distracted driving looks much different from one case to the next. Some drivers get distracted by phones, others get distracted by passengers and still others get distracted by things outside of the car – such as rubbernecking at another accident. But no matter how it...
3 reasons people tailgate
Every so often, you will realize that you are being tailgated. The best thing to do is to try to get the tailgater to pass rather than retaliating. Tailgaters are very dangerous, drastically increasing the odds of an accident. Getting that driver to pass keeps you and...
Preparing for the 100 deadly days of summer
Summer in Delaware means beach trips, graduation parties and family reunions. While the warm weather invites fun and relaxation, it also brings more traffic and an increased risk of car accidents. There are several reasons why the time between Memorial Day and Labor...
Protect teens during prom season 2024
It’s springtime in Wilmington and the cusp of prom season. This annual rite of passage for teens heightens their youthful exuberance. That heady feeling is enhanced by dressing up in fancy clothing and getting hair and nails professionally styled and manicured. But...
3 uses for your cell phone after a vehicle crash
You hopefully know you should not use your cell phone while driving. As tempting as it is, it can occupy your mind, eyes and one of your hands. That makes it more likely you cause a crash or are unable to avoid one someone else causes. Yet, a cell phone can be...
Why is driver distraction so prevalent?
For too long, campaigns against distracted driving have focused on phone use. The result has led to some improvements – laws banning hand-held phone use and vehicle manufacturers building in systems to allow you to communicate hands-free. However, distracted driving...
Some of the most common truck accident injuries
Most Delaware motorists drive in proximity to big rigs without incident. Unfortunately, in spite of most of those vehicles continuing on safely, it’s possible for truck accidents to occur. When they do, the people involved can suffer various injuries. Broken bones...
Types of Delaware car crashes
Delaware has a two-year time limit for filing a personal injury lawsuit. The clock starts ticking when you realize you’re injured and can identify what caused the injury. Motor vehicle accidents are a cause of personal injuries. Different types of car crashes can...
How do you treat a concussion after a car accident?
According to the 2021 Delaware Annual Traffic Statistical Report, car accidents injure this state's residents once every 64 minutes. Car accidents can lead to serious injuries depending on vehicles' sizes and speeds. If an accident causes your head to violently shift,...
When should you go to the doctor for a spinal injury?
Spinal cord injuries or SCIs are shockingly common in the U.S. When many people think of these types of injuries in Delaware, they imagine people being rushed to the hospital after a dramatic incident. Other people picture someone who is bedridden and completely...