Pedestrian accident fatalities have been increasing throughout the nation for more than a decade. Over the last several years, Virginia has contributed significantly to this increase, surpassing most other states for annual pedestrian fatalities, particularly in Fairfax County. In 2022, there were 169 pedestrian deaths…
People will always need products and services, from food, clothing, and toys to household items, cars, and fuel. Ground freight services offered by the trucking industry are still the most reliable way to transport these crucial goods. In fact, truckers provide more than 70 percent…
Each year, Virginia pedestrian accidents cause serious and fatal injuries. The allure of walking in certain cities and districts, such as Old Town in Alexandria, Virginia or Clarendon in Arlington, Virginia, brings tourists and locals to the area year-round. Sidewalks are filled with pedestrians out…
There are more than 3.5 million large truck drivers in the U.S. that drive 2,000 to 3,000 miles per week on average. Commercial truck drivers are held to a higher standard than someone driving a passenger vehicle. They must obtain commercial driver’s licenses and complete…
Pedestrian deaths are on the rise, and a new episode of the podcast Freakonomics discusses why the U.S. stands out from other countries regarding pedestrian fatalities. In “Why is the U.S. So Good at Killing Pedestrians?” the podcast host explores why drivers are rarely punished…
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has announced an investigation into a July crash between a Tesla Model Y vehicle and a tractor-trailer truck in Warrenton, Virginia. The crash occurred when the tractor-trailer pulled out of a truck stop. As the truck pulled onto…
Each year, Virginia pedestrians are severely injured and killed by cars and other motor vehicles throughout the Commonwealth. These Virginia pedestrian accidents are not only tragic and devastating for victims and their families, but most of them are preventable. And yet, they continue to occur,…
On Monday, one person was killed in a fatal car accident that took place on a highway in Fresno. ABC30 reported that the accident took place around 6:30 p.m. on Highway 180 close to the Floyd Avenue area on the evening of November 27, 2023. California…
Raleigh, NC – Tragedy struck Southeast Raleigh High School on Monday morning when a double stabbing incident resulted in the death of a 15-year-old student and left another student hospitalized. In response to the incident, a 14-year-old has been charged with murder on a juvenile…
In Virginia, those who own private and public roadways are responsible for their maintenance. If the entity or agency tasked with upkeeping a roadway fails to do so properly, they can be held liable for a car accident caused by a road defect. Pursuing financial…
