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Most drivers exceed the speed limit despite the risks, study finds
It doesn’t take a rocket scientist to know how dangerous speeding is. Speed-related crashes account for roughly a quarter of all Kansas traffic fatalities. Drivers who exceed the posted speed limit have less time to stop or react to an impending crash. For instance, a speeding driver will have a difficult
Kansas highways getting more dangerous, according to KHP
Traffic fatalities in Kansas have been on the rise — not only in 2019, but also in 2020. Statistics released by the NHTSA showed a 1.5 percent increase in traffic fatalities across Kansas from 2018 to 2019, while most of the nation saw a slight decrease. The rise in traffic fatalities didn’t
Passenger Rights in Kansas Crash Injuries: What You Need to Know
Passengers can do very little to avoid being involved in a crash. In many cases, they’re injured because of the actions of another driver, or perhaps because of the actions of the driver of the vehicle in which the passenger is riding. Crashes causing passenger injuries aren’t always clear-cut. There is
Common types of crash-related injuries that require surgery
Crash-related injuries range from minor to severe and sometimes won’t heal without surgery. Even if you manage to walk away from a crash without any immediate pain, you may later learn that you sustained an injury that requires surgery. Learning that you need surgery is often a frightening experience. In
How to obtain and read a copy of your Kansas car accident report
When the police respond to a crash, they conduct a comprehensive investigation and document the details in a five-page car accident report. Your Kansas car accident report is a critical piece of evidence when pursuing a claim. It can provide non-biased details pertaining to how your crash occurred. Sometimes, the
Rollover accidents remain a serious problem on Kansas roads
On a Thursday afternoon in Overland Park last month, the driver of a Dodge Charger sped down I-435 in the far left lane, then suddenly swerved across all lanes to get to the US-69 exit. The car hit a jersey barrier, then an SUV, which rolled over onto its side. The driver
How can tire marks in the road determine who is at fault in a crash?
When a crash occurs, there are many pieces of evidence left behind indicating how the crash occurred and who was at fault. When police respond to a crash, they often begin drafting an unbiased report of what happened. Tire marks in the road (or lack thereof) are often documented in
Kansas ranks 32 in speeding study
Speeding is one of the most common factors in serious and fatal crashes throughout Kansas. In fact, 94 out of 404 statewide traffic fatalities in 2018 were caused by speeding. According to an article in KNSS, a new report regarding states with the most speeders was released by car marketplace website CoPilot.
Driving Dangers Addressed as Kansas Eases COVID-19 Restrictions
COVID-19 restrictions are beginning to loosen across Kansas. As the state reopens, restaurants will reopen and churches will provide services under strict social distancing guidelines. In addition, theaters, community centers and summer camps will also open. While this is good news, many people who haven’t driven much over the last few
Police: Renowned Wichita DJ killed in a drunk driving accident
Renowned Wichita radio DJ Don Hall died in a traffic collision, according to The Wichita Eagle. The car accident happened at the intersection of Kellogg Dr. and Rock Rd. Police believe that the crash may have been caused by a driver who was impaired by alcohol and/or drugs. The driver who