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Kansas Rear-End Crash Prevention Tips
Hays Post reportedly recently on a rear-end accident which resulted in two Kansas adults being hospitalized. The incident occurred when the driver of a Chevy pickup truck had to brake sharply as he approached heavy traffic. A motorcycle rider behind the truck hit the brakes, but a driver in a
Elderly Kansas Driver Highlights Dangers of Senior Driving
An 81-year-old Kansas woman caused serious injuries recently when she lost control of her vehicle. Joplin Globe reports the 81 year old struck a cookie sales booth that had been set up in front of a Dollar Store. One young Girl Scout was seriously injured in the incident and two adult troop
Could Technology Prevent Wrong-Way Accidents in Kansas?
Wrong way accidents are almost always head-on collisions. They occur often at highway on-ramps or off-ramps, or on highways. They are frequently high speed crashes, and they are often fatal or cause serious and permanent impairing injuries. Prevention of these types of crashes is essential to saving lives. Dayton Daily News recently
We Thoroughly Investigate Kansas Train Wrecks
Any time you are injured in an accident, it is essential that a thorough investigation is conducted in order to identify all of the responsible parties. A perfect example of this is the recent wreck that occurred when an Amtrak train derailed in southwest Kansas. Southwest Kansas Amtrak Accident Shortly
Kansas Truck Accidents and Snow & Ice Removal Issues
Snow and ice on trucks is a big problem. It can especially be an issue for long-haul truckers who come from warm locations and who drive across the country. Truckers who are used to dealing with snow know what is expected of them, while truckers who are from warm weather
Why Seek Medical Attention after a Rear-End Crash in Kansas
If you are struck by another vehicle in a Kansas rear-end crash, it is always a good idea to get comprehensive medical exam. If you have life-threatening medical problems, an ambulance should be called to the crash scene so you can be taken immediately to the hospital. If your injuries are
Kansas Drivers See Upswing in Car Accident Fatalities in 2015
The number of car crash deaths has been on a downward trend over the last several years, with 2014 considered one of the safest years on record. Unfortunately, a reverse to this trend in 2015 suggests a big part of that downward trend may have been driven by the fact
Where are Head-On Crashes Most Likely to Occur in Kansas?
The Kansas Department of Transportation reports a total of 900 head-on collisions in the state over the course of 2013. Drivers who are involved in head-on collisions face the serious threat of injury or death because these accidents involve so much force. When two cars hit head-on, the momentum of the accident
Drugged Driving Accidents Rival Drunk Driving Crashes
The number of drivers under the influence of drugs who are involved in fatal car accidents has skyrocketed nationwide in the last decade, according to a new study analyzing the risks posed by drugged drivers. Specifically, the study conducted by the Governors Highway Safety Association (GHSA) found that 40 percent of all
Kansas Law Protects Consumers from Car Insurance Issues
Drivers purchase car insurance to protect them if an accident happens. Collision and personal injury insurance provides coverage for your own injuries and property damage when you are at fault for a wreck. A liability policy-which is required by Kansas law-provides coverage for victims if you cause them harm or property