No Distracted Driving Laws Cover Smartwatches Smart-watches are a trending technology item over the past several months especially now that Apple has joined the picture. Many states have enacted laws to to ban or curb the use of phones and smartphones, but this new watch technology proposes a new problem. As of now, it is…
DetailsOn April 23rd, 2015, The House Insurance Committee passed a revised version of Senate Bill 248 with a vote of 9-6. This bill spent a very short amount of time senate and house. It will most likely be voted on the floor this very week. Why the big hurry? They are also adding a provision…
DetailsMost times after accidents occur, people involved usually forget to gather some very critical pieces of evidence. This evidence is very important during the submission of a legitimate and successful insurance claim or personal injury lawsuit. The presence of good and relevant evidence is what will determine just how successful the claim or lawsuit will…
DetailsOne of the latest developments on the road safety front is that of a Virginia-based company developing a device that tells cops when drivers are texting. A little more than a year after Michigan became one of the states to ban texting while driving, the irresponsibility of drivers who continue to flout the ban may…
DetailsWe all know that drowsy driving and driving fatigue is dangerous and plays a large role in fatal accidents, but a new study conducted by the AAA foundation has revealed some startling statistics. According to a study recently published, AAA found that over 20% of all fatal accidents involved a drowsy driver. The only other…
DetailsThe moments after an auto accident can be a very chaotic and stressful time. It’s very easy to forget to get a copy of the accident report. Obviously, you are worrying about possible injuries in both vehicles, calling the police, and assessing physical damage to your transportation. Many people overlook receiving a copy of the…
DetailsA deadly crash on I-94 between Kalamazoo and Battle Creek followed by a large vehicle accident pileup has closed the highway in both directions. The accident occurred around 10am and still currently closed in both directions as of 5pm. Most of the traffic has been diverted to neighboring roads which has caused slow moving traffic…
DetailsThe effectiveness of a helmet in a motorcycle accident is known to be significant. While wearing a helmet is no guarantee of safety, it is important to note that head injuries account for most fatalities in motorcycle accidents and the use of a helmet is likely to result in less serious injuries to the head.…
DetailsUber, Lyft and other companies that perform a similar function of ridesharing have become more popular, especially in the past year. The industry as a whole is emerging a popular option given the exorbitant prices that rental companies routinely charge. While some worry the problem with these companies will be more traffic, another significant concern…
DetailsWhether it is for an emergency or an errand, we have all been in the situation where a friend or family member is in need of a vehicle. And unfortunately, sometimes these borrowers get into an accident, either by being negligent, or through no fault of their own. It is extremely important to understand how…
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