Car

When you get rear-ended, it can be a disorienting experience. At the time of the incident, you may not be able to think clearly. However, it is still vital for you to take certain steps in the aftermath of the crash. These steps include reporting the incident, recording what happened, and reaching out for any assistance that might be needed. Of course, seeking medical attention should be the very first...

Vehicle blind spots are a safety and security concern that can cause serious automobile accidents. As part of driving safely, drivers must be aware of their various blind spots. Just as vital is to note the potential unseen areas other drivers may have with their vehicles. For example, large semi-trucks have more and larger blind spots than smaller passenger vehicles tend to have. In the trucking...

We are around a month into summertime here in Utah. For many, this is a praised time where we get a break from our famous winters. While others may be patiently waiting for the snow to come so, they can go skiing or snowmobiling. This is a time for vacations, barbeques, or even a time to take the boat out on our various lakes. However, it is not all fun and games; this is one of the most hazardous seasons...

How can I show the person who hit me was texting while driving? When drivers are sidetracked, automobile mishaps occur frequently. They left hundreds of Salt Lake citizens with serious injuries, problems, and damage to their property. Texting and driving is a growing problem, one that seems to get worse every year. Roughly 80 percent of automobile accidents happen because the driver was distracted due to...

Every year, more Utahans are choosing self-driving cars. The features of these vehicles can range widely. Some cars just have advanced safety options, such as automatic braking, should an object come too close to the vehicle. Other examples include vehicles that can parallel park themselves. Some cars, however, can drive themselves with little interaction from the human operator. In these vehicles, little...

If you have ever been involved in a traffic accident, you know the feeling you get in the pit of your stomach. Even a minor collision can be quite frightening when it happens. Some people even report witnessing their life flash before their eyes. Regardless, people are not in the best mental state during or immediately after an accident. With countless thoughts running through your mind, insurance may be...

Utah has a bad reputation for how our drivers conduct themselves. Despite the overall kind, patient, and generally good nature of our citizens. We are famous for our habits of driving too fast and making aggressive maneuvers. Not only does bad driving lead to headaches and unnecessary stress, but it is dangerous. Utah Highway Patrol releases car crash data statistics regularly. Amazingly they report that...

No one plans to be involved in a car accident. Often when this happens, many people are left unsure of how to obtain help. What are you even supposed to do immediately following the accident? Do you call the police? An attorney? An insurance adjuster? Here’s what you need to know to become prepared for the unexpected. What to do after a car accident? Right after a car accident, you may be in shock, but...