In 2004, the Missouri Coalition for Roadway Safety was created to reduce the staggering number of traffic fatalities in the state. The coalition includes safety advocates, law enforcement agencies, engineers, emergency workers, educators, and community members working with the Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT). Missouri has reported decreases in traffic fatalities for the past five years, and for 2011,...
Read MoreCar accidents can cause common injuries, such as neck strain, spinal cord injuries, and whiplash. Sometimes, the injuries are minor. But other times, the neck injuries can be severe and require significant medical attention, surgeries, or rehabilitation. The injuries may take weeks, months, or years to recover from. In some cases, the injuries leave lasting impairments or chronic pain...
Read MoreIf you’re involved in a car accident in which you sustained property or bodily damage, chances are, you’ll need to file a claim with the at-fault party’s insurance company. Before you get on the phone with them, there are some things you should know. Continue reading to learn more. Insurance Company Representatives Aren’t Your Friends Insurance company representatives may...
Read MoreWhile driving is a risky endeavor no matter where you are, certain roads appear to be more dangerous than others. Keep reading to learn about some of Missouri’s most dangerous roads. Most Dangerous Missouri Roads Using data provided by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, the following stretches of roadways are the most dangerous in the state of Missouri...
Read MoreIt’s never fun getting into a car accident. Regardless if injuries are involved, getting into a wreck prompts challenges that must be dealt with right away. It’s helpful to know what to do and who to call when you’re involved in an accident. Check out the infographic below to learn who you should call if you’re involved in a...
Read MoreYou may think that cars only talk to each other in the movies, but soon cars may talk, or at least communicate, with one another to prevent accidents. Last week, the largest study of connected car technologies began as almost 3,000 motorists had their vehicles equipped with the devices. The hope is that such devices will eventually prevent large...
Read MoreWhen a child is killed in an entirely preventable accident, someone must be held accountable for the tragedy. One such death occurred in January of this year when a bus driver ran over and killed a six-year-old boy in Missouri after dropping him off in front of his home. The Missouri State Highway Patrol recently ended its investigation, concluding...
Read MoreFor the first time in 12 years, motorcycling fatalities in the United States declined in 2009. While the reasons for the decline are not known, worsening economic conditions causing fewer new riders, fewer miles ridden, and casual riders selling their motorcycles have been cited as possible supporting factors. Yet, while the drop in deaths of approximately 10 percent is...
Read MoreA proposed federal measure to improve motor vehicle safety will be delayed by nearly a year. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) was expected to publish a rule in late February of 2011 creating a phased-in requirement for backup cameras on cars and trucks sold in the U.S. But NHTSA recently requested another 45-day commentary period, and told...
Read MoreWhen a car, truck or SUV malfunctions, it can have serious consequences. Automakers have a duty to test their vehicles to make sure they are safe before selling them. Unfortunately, sometimes defects show up after the vehicles are on the road. Under those circumstances, the automakers must issue a recall to repair problems. In January, Toyota recalled more than...
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