Motor Vehicle Accidents

Washington has many laws that apply to drivers for the safety of the public. Motorists must follow rules about how they drive their vehicles. They must also meet certain standards to lawfully drive. Having a driver's license and carrying appropriate insurance are...

Distracted driving is one of the leading causes of road accidents because it consistently poses a significant threat to the safety of drivers, passengers and pedestrians. It’s up to every driver to ensure they’re operating their vehicle safely, which is impossible if...

Driving is part of daily life, but it is also one of the biggest sources of injury risk. Motor vehicle collisions are a leading cause of premature death and severe injury in the United States. Many motorists become so comfortable with driving that they fail to make...

In a world where efficiency and productivity are paramount, it’s no surprise that many people often find themselves pushing their limits, including when it comes to driving. The demands of modern life can lead to long commutes, late-night journeys and work-related...

DoorDash, Amazon Prime shipping, Instacart and other home-delivery services have made life vastly easier for a lot of people throughout the United States. However, there’s a dark side to all that convenience. All those delivery drivers on the road can increase the...

State law requires that every motorist invest in liability coverage that will pay for the costs other people incur when an insured driver causes a crash. Both property damage and injury-related expenses are eligible for insurance coverage, and people are often eager...

In the “About” section of their website, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) claims that the agency is “responsible for keeping people safe on America’s roadways.” Critics, specifically the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, are finding the...

After the average traffic collision in Washington, the people affected file insurance claims. Each of the vehicles involved in a crash will typically have a policy that applies, although it will be the driver who is at fault for the crash whose coverage should pay the...

Washington's temperate climate means that people can be a bit more casual about their transportation choices. Without the harsh winters experienced in places like the East Coast and the Northern Midwest, Washington often offers a comfortable climate for those who want...

Did you know that fatal car accidents are happening more often than they used to? There has been a short-term increase in the number of fatal accidents for the last three years in a row. This has alarmed those keeping track of the statistics because the general trend...