With the new year in 2022, Virginia lawmakers ushered in some new rules for drivers in the state. WTKR explains the minimum coverage limits for auto insurance increased. Senate Bill 1182 raised the limits to an additional $5,000 for the injury or death of one person...
Car Accidents
What to do if your child was in a car crash with another driver
As parents, you do everything you can to keep your kids safe. You make sure they wear their seatbelts. You drive the speed limit. You limit distractions while driving. You are in control of your precious cargo when they are with you. But, you cannot be everywhere at...
What are the different grades of a concussion?
Getting into a car accident may cause your head to impact a surface like an airbag or your steering wheel. Some people suffer serious brain injuries. However, sometimes it is not clear whether a head injury will prove to be debilitating or life-threatening....
Watch for signs of road rage: What you should know
Road rage is an issue for motorists in Virginia and throughout the United States. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, aggressive driving behaviors were involved in 56% of deadly car accidents over a five-year period. Furthermore, at least...
How do doctors treat scars caused by car accidents?
You suffered several minor injuries in a recent car accident, but the ordeal left you not only emotionally scarred but also physically scarred. What should you expect in terms of your treatment? WebMD explains how medical care providers address various scars. Learn...
Common mistakes after a car accident
It can cost a lot to recover from injuries sustained in a car accident. Medical expenses, property damage, lost income, and more can all add up after a crash. And your insurance may not provide you with the full compensation you need or deserve. Insurance companies...
Learning from Virginia’s annual Drive Smart report
Each year, the nonprofit Drive Smart Virginia releases a report on the state's traffic accident data. According to the most recent report, over 52,700 people were injured in Virginia motor vehicle accidents in 2020. Sadly, there were also 847 deaths caused by motor...
Does drowsiness contribute to crashes?
Drivers must maintain vigilance when hitting the road, as this is one of the best ways to prevent crashes. Everything from small distractions to not being in the best physical shape can potentially impact the safety of a drive. In particular, drowsiness often...
How Do I Prepare My Employee to Drive My Business Vehicle?
As business owners discover, you must delegate responsibilities for your enterprise to grow. At some point, virtually every company will send an employee to another location to fulfill necessary tasks, such as purchasing supplies or making deliveries. While this is a...
Sun glare and the increase of motor vehicle collisions in the fall
From hard rain and heavy wind to slick roads and the occasional snow flurry, Virginia drivers have much to worry about with the changing seasons. Unfortunately, one road safety hazard comes from a truly unexpected source – the sun. During the fall and winter, drivers...