People who live in Nebraska might often hear others talk about how tough the laws related to drunk driving are in the state. However, it may seem to some that the laws are not quite strong enough. Too often, reports surface about accidents that are caused...
When you get behind the wheel of your vehicle, your first priority may be to find the right station on the radio. After all, you want your commute to be comfortable, right? As part of that comfort, you may forgo wearing a seat belt because you feel too restricted or...
Approximately 60 percent of adult drivers polled in 2005 reported that they drove while drowsy. In 2010, a poll showed that 4 percent of adults admitted to falling asleep behind the wheel at least once in the last 30 days. A study in 2016 showed that drivers become...
Hit-and-run accidents are horrifying. The driver leaves the scene despite knowingly leaving someone there with injuries. Family members or witnesses are left to try to decide how to best handle the tragic incident that just took place. In some cases, the delay in...
In most states, texting and driving is illegal. Even if it isn't, being distracted behind the wheel is. If a driver isn't paying attention, he or she puts others at risk. That's a risk they shouldn't be forcing others to take.Unfortunately, some drivers do make the...
When you go cycling, you know that you have the same rights as anyone else on the roads. Despite that, you're at a higher risk of being injured. Drivers may not see you as easily on your bike, and even though you have the same rules as them, some may believe it's up...
When there are large trucks on the road, it can be a recipe for a disaster. These large vehicles are harder to stop, so a driver who isn't paying attention or who has to evade another driver may find that he or she can't avoid an impact.For people in passenger...
Truck drivers have a responsibility to those on the roads in smaller vehicles. They need to be alert and awake behind the wheel. They need to pay attention, and they need to stay sober. As more trucks hit the roads thanks to a recovering economy, it's more important...
Distracted drivers make everyone on the road a little less safe. Everyone knows that talking on the phone, eating behind the wheel or texting while driving can result in accidents. Despite that, some people still decide to drive while distracted, putting their lives...
ATVs are popular in Nebraska due to their versatility in both work and play. Letting the kids go for a ride across the acreage is an easy way to get them involved in chores and recreation. Although an ATV can be a source of fun, it can also be a source of danger for...
