Technology Is Changing the Way Drivers See the Road
Artificial intelligence, autonomous vehicles, and voice-activated technology within the trucking industry are changing driving behaviors and increasing efficiency and safety. Advanced Trucking Technologies Over the past few years, the trucking industry has implemented several advanced vehicle technologies that promote trucking efficiency and safety. The American Trucking Association is working to implement new advanced technologies that will create positive changes for commercial truck drivers. Augmented Reality Augmented reality (AR) is used within the trucking industry to increase driver safety. Truck drivers can now access information that lets them plan [...]
When the Parking Facility Isn’t so Safe
Public parking lots and garages are frequently the settings for pedestrian accidents, injuries, and violent crimes. In the United States, 1 in 10 property crimes occurs in parking lots and garages. Dangers in the Parking Lot With a large concentration of motor vehicle and pedestrian traffic, parking lots and garages pose numerous safety hazards. Moving Vehicles Distracted drivers are responsible for many pedestrian injuries and fatalities in parking facilities. According to a national safety study, 66% of drivers admit to talking or texting on cell phones, reading emails, [...]
When a $2.1 Million Drug Can Save Your Child’s Life (But Insurance Won’t Pay)
New gene therapies show promising cures for fatal childhood diseases, but insurance companies are denying claims and payments because of high drug costs. The High Cost of Gene Therapy Gene therapy drugs that alter DNA claim to cure certain diseases with a single dose, but many insurers will not cover these high-cost treatments. These powerful drugs repair faulty strands of DNA by replacing them with correct strands through injections into a patient’s cells. New gene therapy drugs have the potential to eliminate lethal childhood diseases, rare blood disorders, [...]
Speeding: A deadly Danger on Nevada Roads
Published on December 6, 2019, by Matthew Sharp
Car Accident
Nevada drivers rank 13th in the nation for deadly car crashes that involve excessive speeds. In 2018, 331 people died on Nevada roads, accounting for the highest traffic fatality rate in the last 10 years. Speeding Drivers on Nevada Roads Between 2013 and 2017, the Nevada Department of Traffic Safety projected a five-year average of 92 speed-related crash fatalities, including car, truck and motorcycle accidents. The actual number of fatalities was 104. In 2018, there were 331 traffic deaths, and close to 40% were related to speeding drivers. [...]
Injured in a Hayride Accident? Here’s Who to Sue
When a hayride accident results in injuries, the business or individual who owns the operation may be liable for injuries and medical costs. Hayrides can Turn Deadly Many hayride operations are not regulated by state or city laws, so business owners of the operation must be responsible for customer safety. The law imposes a duty of safe operations on the business or individual who operates the hayride. If a customer gets injured or killed on the ride, the owner of the hayride operation may face a civil lawsuit [...]
Were You Assaulted by Your Rideshare Driver?
Popular rideshare services, Uber and Lyft, are under investigation for a growing number of physical and sexual assaults by drivers against rideshare customers. Rideshare Dangers Both Uber and Lyft are currently under investigation for numerous allegations of assaults on rideshare passengers. Allegations from passengers include acts of physical assault, sexual assault, rape, inappropriate touching, verbal abuse, and harassment. Most of these allegations come from female passengers who allege misconduct by male rideshare drivers. Alleged incidents date back to 2017 when a lawsuit was filed in the U.S. District [...]
DUI Crash Stats: Is Nevada a Boozy Brunch State?
Published on November 12, 2019, by Matthew Sharp
Car Accident
Nevada is ranked as the 12th highest state in the country for fatal DUI crashes that occur during typical brunch hours between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. Nevada Dubbed the Boozy Brunch State Nevada is well-known as a state that caters to gamblers and outdoor adventure seekers, but lately, it’s gaining a reputation as the “boozy brunch state.” According to a recent report from QuoteWizard Insurance, Nevada ranks 12th in the nation for DUI crash fatalities during brunch hours. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reports 35 [...]
Headed Home for the Holidays? Here’s How to Make it There Alive
Holiday travel poses increased safety risks for millions of Americans who journey to visit family and friends for the holidays. Taking a few simple precautions can help holiday travelers stay safe. Heading Home for the Holidays According to AAA, an estimated 113 million travelers will head home for the holidays by air, rail, and automobile this year. Holiday travel for 2019 is expected to rise by 4.4 percent over holiday travel during 2018. This is the greatest increase in travel that AAA has seen since they started tracking [...]
New Rules for Entry-Level Driver Training Could Reduce Truck Crashes
Entry-level truck drivers with commercial licensing requirements will face significant changes to training rules and regulations in 2020. New Commercial Driver Rules According to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Association (FMCSA), new rules will soon apply to entry-level commercial truck drivers. On February 7, 2020, new national training standards will apply to all entry-level driver applicants seeking a commercial driver’s license (CDL). New rules are being established to enhance the safety of commercial motor vehicle operations on U.S. roads and highways. FMCSA states that providers of entry-level driver [...]
How to Sue the Government for Injuries
Under the Federal Tort Claims Act, an individual is allowed to sue the federal government for personal injuries and property damages, if negligent actions by the government or a federal employee were responsible. Suing the Government Most government agencies, including the state and federal government, have sovereign immunity which prevents lawsuits from being filed against them. However, the Federal Tort Claims Act (FTCA) allows private citizens to file lawsuits against the government. Under the FTCA, the federal government is liable for the negligent or wrongful acts of its [...]
