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Distracted Driving and Motorcycle Crashes: Who Is At Fault?
Distracted driving is one of the most common hazards on roadways nationwide. The impact that seemingly simple actions can have often goes overlooked, and it extends far beyond just using a mobile device. Nearly every action taken behind the wheel that takes a driver’s focus away from driving can be
Why are Road Fatalities Increasing in Kansas?
Highway Fatality Rate Increased by 19% in 2020 As part of the state’s Highway Safety Improvement Program (HSIP), the Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT) annually releases a performance report that highlights the changes in roadway accident severity year-over-year. The most recent report, released in 2021, showed that the fatality rate for
Motorcyclists’ Awareness of Left-Turning Vehicles at Intersections
Intersections Are Danger Zones for Motorcycles Stops and other intersections have continually proven to be a significant source of danger for motorcycle riders across the country. In 2019, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reported that 34% of motorcycle fatalities occurred at an intersection, and 41% were the result of a
How Motorcyclists Can Reduce Injuries In a Crash
5 Items That Can Reduce Injury Most wrecks involving motorcycles result from car driver inattention or turning left in front of motorcyclists at intersections, which often causes motorcyclists to feel that they can’t do anything to help reduce the possibility of severe injury-causing incidents. In an ideal world, drivers would
How the Stigma Against Motorcyclists Affects Your Case
It’s not uncommon for drivers to point fingers at each other after a crash. However, while most of these claims are dismissed without evidence, motorcycle crashes can vary. When accusations are made against a motorcycle rider, they tend to stick. To understand what an enormous problem this is, you need
How Cars Cause Motorcycle Crashes
Motorcycle riders face a harsh stigma. They’re often accused of speeding, weaving through traffic, and other unsafe driving techniques. It’s frustrating, but there are consequences for this reputation. The insurance companies can use that stigma to either shift assigned fault in a crash or justify a lower settlement offer for
10 things you should do after a car accident in Kansas
Bad car accidents happen fast and often seem to come out of nowhere. Following a collision with another motorist, most accident victims are unsure of what to do next. Car accident injuries such as broken bones (fractures), back pain, and head injuries often take months or longer to heal. Many people
Wichita woman dies in hit-and-run
Attorney explains how the legal system works for families in Kansas A Wichita woman recently died due to injuries sustained in a pedestrian hit-and-run accident. The tragedy prompted city officials to make changes to the area where the fatal pedestrian accident took place, according to KWCH 12 News. Many cities and
Drunk driving crashes lead to injury and death on Kansas roads
It’s no secret that drunk driving is dangerous and puts everyone sharing the road at risk. But despite efforts that go back decades to address the issue of drinking and driving, these types of preventable car accidents continue to plague Kansas roads and highways. Here’s what drivers in Kansas need to know. Driving drunk
Share the road: May is Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month
Now that temps are finally starting to heat up in Kansas, there will be a growing number of motorcyclists going for rides on the Sunflower State’s roads and highways. With scenic views and plenty of places to explore, Kansas has a lot to offer motorcycle enthusiasts. But as traffic begins