Widow Files Lawsuit After Husband Killed in Semi-Truck Accident
On December 5, 2018, authorities reported that a semi-trailer truck going the wrong way on Interstate 74 near Bloomington, Indiana, collided headfirst with a high…
Transportation
Self-Driving Cars Often Hit from Behind Because of “Non-Human” Driving Behavior
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is convinced that self-driving or autonomous vehicles will eventually make the roads much safer. In their report, “Automated…
New Self-Driving Car Legislation Could Put Consumer Privacy at Risk
Congress is considering new self-driving car legislation that would make uniform throughout the nation many regulations that are now unique to each individual state. The…
Tesla Autopilot Feature Named in Two Recent Crash Lawsuits
Florida resident Shawn Hudson bought a Tesla Model S in 2017, hoping that its Autopilot capabilities would help him on his long daily commute. He…
After String of Deadly School Bus Accidents, NHTSA Warns Motorists to Watch for Children
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recently released a statement warning motorists to be more careful when approaching a school bus or school crossing.…
Apple’s Self-Driving Fleet Suffers First Crash
According to recent media reports, Apple’s self-driving car program, “Project Titan,” experienced its first accident in September 2018. No one was hurt in the crash,…
Plaintiff Settles with Tire Company After Husband Dies in Blown-Tire Related Accident
According to “Consumer Reports,” you should regularly check your tires for wear, using a quarter to measure the tread depth. Put George Washington’s head into…
Center for Auto Safety Says Ford Needs to Protect Its Consumers from Explorer Exhaust
For the past two years, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has been investigating a potential issue with police and civilian Ford Explorers, model…
NHTSA Says Seat Belts Could Have Saved Over 17,000 Lives in 2016
The U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is renewing their efforts to get drivers and passengers to use their seat belts. In a report…
More Bicyclists Dying on the Roads: Government Report
Bicycle deaths are on the rise, nationally, according to a recent study. The Governors Highway Safety Association (GHSA) found that 818 people died riding bikes…