Car accidents could happen without warning, leaving injured victims to deal with the aftermath. Some victims might commit common mistakes after being involved in a crash on a Minnesota road. Actions after a vehicle collision Getting hit or hitting another vehicle...
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Mercedes airbag recall highlights the dangers of defective parts
Most people believe they are safe when they get into an automobile. Drivers trust that both they and their passengers will be safe as long as they follow good driving practices in Minnesota. In reality, more than 100,000 vehicle accidents result from defective auto...
How dangerous is distracted driving?
Distracted driving is any activity that diverts the driver's attention from the road, and it includes more than just texting or talking on the phone. Minnesota drivers who store their phones while behind the wheel might use a GPS or drink coffee. Distracted driving is...
Why is drinking and driving so dangerous?
A car accident can affect anyone in the Twin Cities area who happens to be sharing the road with the wrong person. It’s important to understand why drinking and driving is so dangerous. How many people are affected by drunk driving? According to the National Highway...
Reckless driving and car crashes
Everyone on Minnesota’s roads deserves to be safe. Unfortunately, reckless drivers can cause serious car crashes that result in catastrophic injuries. What is reckless driving? Reckless driving occurs when a driver fails to take the necessary precautions to ensure...
How to drive defensively
Minnesota roads tend to get more dangerous around the holidays due to winter weather and traffic. If you're gearing up to hit the Minneapolis roadways, here is what you should know about how to drive defensively, avoid accidents and stay safe while moving around the...
What’s the safest possible way to travel?
Whether for business or pleasure, you might be preparing to travel around Minnesota. With that in mind, you might wonder about the safest way to travel. Here's a closer look at popular travel methods, ranked from safest to least safe. Commercial airplanes As...
United States pedestrian deaths highest since 1990
Hundreds of years ago, no one had to worry about pedestrian death statistics. That's because walking is the most natural of all human activities. However, in the modern world, Minnesota residents face the threat of death and disabling injuries every time they take to...
Be sure to follow these car insurance claim tips
You never want to be part of a car accident, but there is no way of knowing what the future will bring. Even if you follow the rules of the road, another driver could make a mistake that causes a crash.If you are part of an accident in the future, your health is top...
Driver fatigue and other factors in truck crashes
America is a sleep-deprived country.The costs of that, when it comes to increased risk of crashes, are undeniable.The problem is most acute for truckers who have obstructive sleep apnea. One recent study found, for example, that drivers who have this condition are...