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Every day, over 26 million students ride the school bus to and from school. Parents put their trust in the buses and drivers to keep their children safe. According to the Transportation Research Board, riding a school bus is 13 times safer than other modes of transportation. However, school bus
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), in 2022, approximately 5.8 million people experienced non-fatal crashes, with 42,514 resulting in deaths. Understanding the causes of specific types of car accidents and knowing how to prevent them can be the difference between a minor collision and a life-changing wreck.
Motorcycles share the same rights as any other driver on the road. But due to their lack of protection, there are additional laws put in place to ensure the safety of riders. Lane splitting is the practice where a motorcyclist rides between lanes of traffic. It typically occurs in heavy
Mobility scooters are a common transportation aid for individuals with temporary or permanent disabilities. Similar to electric scooters, which are particularly prevalent in big cities, mobility scooters increase vulnerability of their users in the event of a collision due to their limited safety features. In addition, these vehicles are compact
Organizations such as schools or tour groups hire charter buses as a convenient and comfortable way to travel with a group. However, privately rented vehicles face the same dangers as any other vehicle on the road. The size of charter vehicles and other variables put passengers and other drivers at
Most of us don’t worry about being involved in car crashes when we aren’t in a vehicle. Unfortunately, pedestrians who are shopping or sitting down to eat at a restaurant are injured every day when a car crashes into a business. Injuries sustained from such an incident can be severe,
No one expects to have their life turned upside down due to an accident. Many people believe that even in the event of an unexpected injury, they don’t need or couldn’t afford to hire a personal lawyer. However, skilled personal injury attorneys are trained to respond to each client compassionately
Accidental shootings are a serious and preventable cause of injury and death in North Carolina. Unfortunately, irresponsible gun owners may improperly secure a weapon or allow an intoxicated or inexperienced individual access to their firearm. If an accidental shooting does occur because of someone’s negligence, an experienced attorney can help
Home improvement stores offer the average consumer many DIY project tools, equipment, and supplies. However, a mundane trip to the store can expose consumers and employees to hazardous conditions. If you were injured at Lowe’s due to the chain’s negligence, you may be eligible for compensation. In this article, we’ll
A moped is a vehicle with two or three wheels and cannot exceed 30 mph on a level surface. Additionally, the maximum motor size cannot exceed 50 cubic centimeters. Moped owners must register their vehicles with the North Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles, but riders do not need a driver’s