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Attorneys on Serious Crashes Caused by Drivers Fleeing from Police
A recent tragedy occurred in downtown Wichita when two occupants of a Toyota Camry were killed in an intersection collision with a BMW SUV. The driver of the SUV, which was reported stolen, was attempting to flee from police, according to the Wichita Eagle. A 70-year-old woman and a child were
Best Ideas to Avoid Crashes Caused by Distracted Driving
Distracted driving is all around us, and unfortunately isn’t always reported as a factor in a crash. It doesn’t always have to include the use of cell phones and infotainment systems – despite technology playing a major role in distraction. According to Psychology Today, distracted driving has always been a major
Best Ideas to Avoid Bicycle-Related Traffic Deaths on Kansas Roads
Route 66 is an American staple that many tourists and historians have romanticized about for nearly a century. During its prime, it was once congested with motor vehicles, dotted with gas stations, and full of roadside charm. Once dubbed “Bloody 66,” however, the iconic roadway – which stretches from Chicago,
Speed-Related Traffic Fatalities on Kansas Roads
Have you been prepared for fluctuating road conditions this winter? According to online-media group Thrillist, Kansas – which ranked #27 among states with the most miserable winters – is “smack dab” in the middle. Temperatures can reach as high as 80 or significantly dip below freezing. The unpredictable changes in weather
Kansas Attorneys Discuss Fluctuating Winter Road Conditions
Are you prepared for fluctuating winter road conditions this winter? According to online-media group Thrillist, Kansas – which ranked #27 among states with the most miserable winters – is “smack dab” in the middle. Temperatures can reach as high as 80 or significantly dip below freezing. The unpredictable changes in weather
3D Crosswalks and Pedestrian Accidents: Insights from Kansas Attorneys
Pedestrian accidents happen far too often throughout the state of Kansas, especially in large cities such as Wichita. Unlike drivers in cars, pedestrians don’t have vehicle frames, airbags, and seatbelts protecting them. Injuries sustained in these accidents are often serious and potentially even fatal. Pedestrians are often struck by distracted drivers,
Wet Roads and Auto Accident Risks: Insights from a Kansas Attorney
Rain leads to more car accidents than any other inclement weather According to recent data released from AAA Kansas, rain causes more auto accidents than any other weather condition. Roughly 68% percent of weather-related auto accidents (or 518,000) each year are caused by rain-washed roads. That is more than weather-related accidents
The Dangers of Defective Farm Tractors
Operating a farm tractor can be extremely dangerous, even for those who are experienced. If a piece of equipment malfunctions, and accident can happen that leaves someone seriously hurt. That’s exactly what happened to a Reno County man who was planting wheat. The man was operating a tractor pulling a 30-foot “no-till” drill. He reportedly
Back to School Safety for Kansas Pedestrians and Bicyclists
As the new school year begins, AAA and the Kansas injury law team at Bretz & Young are urging drivers to please watch for pedestrians and bicyclists while driving through school zones. Each year, some 55 million children across the U.S. return to school. Among them, 13 percent walk or
Tips to Help Teens Avoid Kansas Car Accidents
Helping your teenager avoid Kansas car accidents involves more than a single approach. That’s a big part of the reason the Kansas Division of Vehicles has a series of graduated driver license requirements for teen drivers. Recent data from the Kansas Department of Transportation reveals that in 2016, teen drivers were disproportionately represented