Seatbelts and Their Effectiveness The state of Michigan has a law that requires the use of seatbelts. Traffic enforcers and police can stop and penalize motorists that do not use their seatbelts. There are also special requirements regarding the age or the seating position of the passenger. These include the following: The driver and other…
DetailsSafety is becoming a more significant concern in vehicles as time passes by. Even braking, which was manual only a few years before, is now better due to new technology. We’re talking about automatic braking systems, which are a common car feature these days. Many vehicle watchdogs claim that automatic braking could prevent thousands of…
DetailsAmerican citizens only have three mandatory civic duties: obey the law, pay taxes, and serve on a jury. While most people dread being selected for jury duty, some consider it an honor to sit inside the box. If you live in Michigan, you should be aware of the jury selection process and what you should…
DetailsIf you are working, but suffering a disability, you can apply for Supplemental Security Income benefits. However, as with any benefit or insurance, they are subject to certain restrictions and specific circumstances. Benefits are not the same for everyone and many people don’t know the difference between SSDI and SSI. What is a Supplemental Security…
DetailsPeople involved in car accidents usually do not want to deal with claims adjusters. The value given by a claims adjuster to their car is generally less than what owners perceive them to be. That is understandable when you take into account the amount of money you pay for the car, including its upkeep and…
DetailsGetting into an accident is terrifying. It carries not only financial burdens but also physical trauma and injuries. You could miss days of work, and you might need special medical treatments or medications. For any person, the situation is easy to resolve. You can seek out a settlement between you and the other car owner,…
DetailsWhat do you do when you encounter a reckless driver on the road? First, stay at a safe distance from the vehicle. Change lanes, make a turn, or pull to the side of the road. If the situation seems dangerous, call 9-1-1 and report the reckless driver. When you call 9-1-1, provide the dispatcher with…
DetailsCar accidents occur at an alarming rate. Avoid these car accidents at all cost. You can do this by taking certain precautions such as servicing your car on a regular basis. These precautions may not always prevent a car accident. This is why you should learn how to deal with car accidents once they occur.…
DetailsWhen walking in the street, you can’t really control who or what you encounter. No matter how cautious you are, no one is truly safe from accidents. All the more if it involves things you can’t control like a pedestrian accident caused by a driver. In Michigan, crashes have been consistent over the past years.…
DetailsRoad Rage Is More Common Than You Think According to the American Safety Council, 66% of traffic fatalities are because of aggressive driving. Of these aggressive driving incidents, 37% involved a firearm, and for over seven years, 218 murders have happened because of road rage. Road rage can be as harmless as screaming or making…
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