According to the 2014 edition of “Injury Facts,” the National Safety Council’s injury and fatality report, the use of cellphones causes 26 percent of car accidents in the United States. On the heels of such data, should Michigan—and other states that do not ban the use of cellphones by all drivers—consider banning cellphone use by…
DetailsAccording to The Detroit News, a report published by the Governors Highway Safety Association (the GHSA) in May 2014 said that motorcycle deaths in the United States decreased by approximately 7 percent in 2013 compared to 2012. Unfortunately, the state of Michigan did not experience a similar decline, and deaths among Michigan motorcycle riders not…
DetailsThe latest statistics shows that car accidents in Michigan are responsible for over 800 deaths and 70,000 injuries each year. Most people may not have realized this, but it’s worth noting that, driving, despite it being an adventurous and fun to many, is actually a dangerous activity. It does not matter whether one is a…
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.…
DetailsA few years ago, self driving cars were just a dream. They are now a reality and companies such as Google are currently operating self driving cars in Nevada and California. There is a growing increase in this new technology because they are considered safer than conventional cars. Some people believe these cars will address…
DetailsIn today’s fast paced world, even the slightest distraction can cause an auto accident that can have devastating or even fatal results. Incidents as simple as a motorcycle that veers into a different lane unexpectedly or a child who runs into the street while trying to fetch a ball can pose serious risks to all…
DetailsMichigan Republicans are once again attempting for Michigan Auto Insurance Reform. They attempted a similar strategy last year to change no fault auto insurance but support for their efforts lacked. It’s a well known fact that Michigan auto insurance rates are high, but there is no real evidence to support a need to abolish lifetime…
DetailsIf you have driven on Michigan roadways lately, you surely have encountered a large number of potholes. Potholes are emerging as a major problem late this winter and they are only going to get worse as the weather warms this spring. The conditions of Michigan roads are without a doubt poor at best and there…
DetailsMichigan is a no-fault state which requires all drivers to purchase no-fault auto insurance which includes lifetime benefits for serious auto injuries. It is currently the only state in the U.S to have these unlimited benefits. Republican Jeff Farrington (Utica) introduced HB 4959 in early September and he is attempting to exclude senior citizens from…
DetailsI’ve seen and read a few articles from several news outlets that Michigan is proposing to increase driving speeds on interstate highways. It turns out that Senator Jones is already putting a proposal together to do just that. Based on the comments on message boards, it easy to tell this is going to be a…
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