One of the leading causes of motor vehicle accidents is distracted driving. Oregon prohibits using a phone while driving because it distracts the driver from concentrating on the road. However, with the creation of innovative technology, many modern cars have a hands-free device built into the vehicle. While engaging in a conversation on the phone…
Drinking and driving is harshly penalized throughout the United States. Unfortunately, there are still significant risks of suffering life-threatening injuries in a drunk driving accident. Even with the significant legal consequences, drivers still act negligently. Young drivers are inexperienced and may have trouble paying attention to their surroundings while driving. If a teen encounters a…
The Department of Education found that school bus accidents decrease as school bus training increases. While this is especially true for school bus drivers, the same can be said about everyday motor vehicle drivers. On the road, drivers must watch out for children in areas where they are often present. This includes school zones, playgrounds,…
Oregon has some of the strictest teen driving laws in the country, and for a good reason. According to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), teenagers behind the wheel have a crash rate of nearly four times the rate of drivers over the age of 20. Whether you are the parent of a teenager…
The risk of suffering in a motor vehicle accident due to hazardous weather conditions increases as the cold settles into Oregon. With freezing temperatures, slippery road conditions, and low visibility levels, the winter weather presents considerable challenges for motorists. Oregon is no stranger to cold and snowy weather. Since it’s never a surprise when the…
School buses are a staple of the American public school system. They play an important role in transporting millions of children every day and serve numerous families across the country. However, like any mode of transportation, school buses can be dangerous if not operated properly. With hundreds of thousands of students traveling on school buses…
Handing your teen your car keys after they obtained a learner’s permit is a big moment full of apprehension and excitement. It’s not always smooth sailing, especially in the event of their first accident. Fortunately, they will have a trusted adult over the age of 21 in the passenger seat to ensure they appropriately respond…
The school bus is a tried and true way for working parents to safely get their children to school. You can drop your little ones off at the bus stop on the way to work or your morning meeting and rest assured they are getting to class on time. However, as with anything, there are…
Teen drivers are statistically the most likely to get into an automobile accident. In Oregon, almost 20% of all injuring crashes involved a driver between the ages of 15-20. Getting into a car accident, even if it’s just a fender bender with no visible damage, can be scary and overwhelming. This is only amplified for…
After a car accident occurs, you may encounter injuries and property damage that cause significant financial losses. While your insurance may help you cover small portions of the damage, you can also take legal action against the responsible party and recover compensation for your losses. In order to recover compensation, you must prove that the…