Around 6,000 pedestrians die per year while walking along our nation’s streets, after being hit by vehicles. If you doubt the danger for a pedestrian who is hit by a car, consider some statistics from 2017: 5,977 pedestrians killed, 1,377 treated for injuries. Four...
Distracted driving laws reduce teenage driver deaths
Distracted drivers are one of the biggest dangers to other road users. Teenager drivers are another one of the most significant hazards on the road. Combined, they are a potentially lethal, both for other road users and the teenagers themselves. Part of it is down to...
5 things to do in a Seattle car crash
If you are returning to driving on Seattle’s roads, remember the chance of being in a car crash will rise as the number of vehicles on the road increases once more. Sometimes, it does not matter how carefully you drive; another driver can cause a collision that you...
Stay safe when out on your motorcycle in Seattle this summer
2020 has been a lethal year for Washington motorcyclists, according to statistics from the Washington Traffic Safety Commission (WTSC) and the Washington State Patrol. There have been 25 motorcyclists killed in the state. It seems the road's lower levels of traffic...
Cyclist hospitalized after being struck by intoxicated motorist in Tacoma
A bicyclist was hospitalized with life-threatening injuries after being hit by a car in Tacoma.
What are my options if an uninsured driver hits me?
Operating a vehicle comes with a risk, regardless of one's use of caution. Insurance matters. When a driver hits another vehicle, a bicyclist or a pedestrian, they create a whirlwind of financial headaches for all those involved. What happens if they are uninsured or...
As Seattle improves pedestrian safety, is it effective?
Pedestrian safety is a major concern in many US cities. In 2017, the most recent year the CDC has statistics for, there was one pedestrian death every 88 minutes—totaling 5,977 deaths for the year. Seattle has its own set of safety issues for pedestrians as collision...
Financial and health consequences of car accidents
Just like motorists nationwide, those in Seattle likely risk their lives whenever they take to the roads. The most law-abiding, careful drivers could fall victim to others who are reckless or negligent. The consequences can cause ongoing financial and health problems....
How to avoid the urge to text and drive
You follow traffic laws (for the most part) and you've never received any citations or warnings. But you aren’t afraid to send the occasional “on my way” text to your friend as you are cruising down the highway at 60 miles per hour. The truth is mobile phones are a...
Study shows drivers often see bikers before hitting them
Many traffic safety agencies focus on giving motorcyclists very sound advice like wearing bright clothing, slowing down and riding sober. While advocates for bikers also underscore these suggestions, they reliably add another strong message for car drivers: start...
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