The 100 days between Memorial Day and Labor Day are known as the deadliest time for teen drivers. During this summer period, traffic fatality rates for teens spike an average of 15% compared to the rest of the year. This trend is due in part to teens having more unstructured free time and opportunities to drive with other inexperienced teen passengers.
The 100 days between Memorial Day and Labor Day are known as the deadliest time for teen drivers. During this summer period, traffic fatality rates for teens spike an average of 15% compared to the rest of the year. This trend is due in part to teens having more unstructured free time and opportunities to drive with other inexperienced teen passengers.
As a parent, knowing the risks of the “100 deadliest days of summer” is critical to keeping your teen driver safe. Establishing clear rules, monitoring driving habits, and limiting nighttime driving and the number of teen passengers can help reduce your teen’s risk of a deadly crash during this high-risk season. Staying informed and taking action can save lives.
1. Document the Accident Scene Immediately after a car accident, it is crucial to gather as much evidence as possible to support your claim. This can include: Taking photos of the accident scene, including vehicle damage, skid marks, and any debris Collecting contact information from witnesses who saw the accident Obtaining a copy of the … Read more
During spring break, many people tend to drink and drive due to the associations between big parties and the break. This habit can create an increased number of drunk drivers on the roads, resulting in a spike in car accidents across the nation. If you are traveling for spring break, or if you live in a college town, then you need to be aware that the break can bring more drunk drivers onto the roads, so you have to drive more carefully than ever before.
After an automotive crash, your first thought may be to share the details on social media. However, it is important to stay off social media while you are in the midst of the incident. At times like these, our emotions can get the better of us and we can say something online that may not … Read more
If you’ve been in a car accident in Florida, you’re not alone. With the influx of tourists visiting the Sunshine State each year, especially in the summer and winter for schooltime breaks, the roads can become increasingly dangerous for both locals and visitors alike. The more drivers on the road, the higher the risk of accidents occurring. […]
At about 8:00 PM on Tuesday, January 26th, 2021, a hit-and-run accident occurred on J. Turner Butler Boulevard. The hit-and-run driver reportedly slammed into another motorist near the Hodges Boulevard intersection, which is a few miles southeast of Jacksonville city center. Florida Highway Patrol has announced that the driver who remained at the scene was […]