Car Accidents

Distracted driving has claimed many lives nationwide, including in Delaware. Drivers who disregard the risks of distracted driving also ignore their passengers' safety and other road users. Statistics show that one in every five people who lost their lives in such...

Car accident survivors and their loved ones in Delaware often have to deal with the consequences of head trauma. Cognitive difficulties could make life complicated, and victims and their caregivers need a lot of patience. A person with cognitive impairment has...

More than 50% of spinal cord injuries diagnosed each year in Delaware and across the country result from car and motorcycle accidents. One of the other causes of injuries involves gunshot and knife wounds. Alcohol is responsible for one in four spinal cord injuries....

Drivers of all ages and genders in Delaware can have aggressive reactions to the actions of other drivers. According to the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety, male drivers are more likely to drive aggressively. They honk, make rude hand gestures, tailgate and speed in...

Lane splitting and lane filtering are controversial topics among motorists and motorcyclists alike. The reason is the problem of determining liability in the event of such an accident. Motorcycle laws in different states vary. Delaware law makes no mention of lane...

There is a lot of freedom that comes with riding a motorcycle. Unfortunately, there are also a lot of risks -- especially from other Delaware drivers. In fact, the death rate for motorcycle riders has been steadily increasing, while deaths for drivers of other types...

Despite social distancing and avoiding large crowds, many people in Delaware still found ways to celebrate the holidays. The Delaware Office of Highway Safety launched the Safe Family Holiday annual campaign early in December. Their message was “Just Focus on...

You can never know what to expect while driving along a Delaware highway. As a licensed driver, you understand that you are obligated to adhere to traffic laws. You can reasonably expect other drivers to do the same, whether you’re sharing the road as a fellow...

Many people in Delaware, will likely have their holidays spoiled this year by negligent drivers. One thing that can cause long-term health problems is declining a trip to the hospital for a medical examination. Some injuries can remain hidden, and when symptoms appear...

It is challenging to stay alert while driving at this time of the year. But learning that distracted drivers caused the deaths of more than 2,800 people nationwide in 2018 might hit home and encourage Delaware drivers to avoid distractions. According to the state’s...