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Now that Daylight Saving Time is over and the days keep getting shorter, most people spend more time driving at night in the dark. And many traffic safety studies have found that more car accidents happen during nighttime hours. So, just how bad are nighttime car accidents? What types of accidents, in particular, happen at...

In response to the growing number of pedestrian accidents across the country, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is pushing for changes in vehicle design and safety testing regulations, particularly targeting SUVs and pickup trucks. These larger vehicles are linked to a significantly higher number of pedestrian accidents due to their size and design....

A Maine car accident lawyer explains what drivers need to know about concussions Car accidents frequently result in serious injuries, with concussions being among the most common. Recognizing the widespread impact of these injuries, the Brain Injury Association of America has designated September 20 as National Concussion Awareness Day to raise awareness and promote proper...

Remember the days of driving school, where an antiquated video or a monotone instructor drilled basic highway etiquette into your head? One of the most memorable rules was simple: stay to the right unless you're passing another vehicle. This piece of advice has been applied to highways in Maine for decades. It's still an effective...

In what seems like encouraging news at first glance, pedestrian fatalities in the U.S. have declined for the first time since the pandemic began. While a decline usually signals good news, this is a case where reviewing the numbers with more context is telling. Despite the recent decrease, the total number of pedestrian deaths remains...

While summer offers teens a break from school, it also marks an increased risk for car accidents, as AAA has coined the period from Memorial Day to Labor Day the “100 Deadliest Days” due to an increase in serious and fatal accidents involving teen drivers. To address this concerning trend, AAA Northeast emphasizes the importance...

Given that motorcycles lack enclosures, it's not surprising that motorcycle accidents tend to cause more severe injuries than other types of automobile crashes. This vulnerability underscores the importance of understanding and empathizing with motorcycle riders' heightened risks on the road. In Maine, motorcycle accidents are increasing in number and severity. A spike in accidents occurred...

Can a $500 fine stop drivers from using cell phones behind the wheel? The penalties for distracted driving in Maine are not harsh enough to deter the behavior and prevent accidents, according to a Montville legislator who has proposed increasing the consequences for people caught using cell phones behind the wheel. Maine is one of...

In the aftermath of a car accident, sustaining head injuries is not uncommon, yet the repercussions can vary significantly. From concussions to more severe conditions like diffuse axonal injury (DAI), traumatic brain injuries span a spectrum of severity, with symptoms ranging from mild to life-threatening. It's crucial to seek medical treatment promptly following a car...

For the first time since 2014, car accident fatalities went down last year in Maine, according to the most recent statistics compiled by the Maine Bureau of Highway Safety. Even so, state officials noted that there were still a large number of car accident deaths last year and that public safety needs to continue to...