Teens are a notoriously dangerous and inexperienced group of drivers. As a result of their lack of practice on the road and constant distractions, auto accidents are a common occurrence and a leading cause of death for this age group.
Michigan Identified as the Most Dangerous State for Teen Drivers
Posted on June 7th, 2023 by Elizabeth
Can Regulations for Automatic Braking Systems Save Lives?
Posted on June 2nd, 2023 by Elizabeth
Federal traffic safety regulations have been proposed to make a major rule change for automakers: add automatic braking systems to new vehicles. This change would minimize car accidents and protect not only motorists, but pedestrians, who are at a growing risk of injury and death, especially at the mercy of high-seated SUVs.
Adverse Events Suffered by Hospital Patients
Posted on January 12th, 2023 by Elizabeth
Hospitals are supposed to be a safe place where people go to get treatment and get well. Sadly, many patients get worse in the hospital. Nearly one in four admissions suffer adverse events, according to The New England Journal of Medicine. Nearly a quarter of these adverse events were preventable. Patient safety and continued improvement […]
Increase in Freeway Car Accidents Caused by Higher Speed Limit
Posted on December 20th, 2022 by Elizabeth
A recent study by Michigan State University found an increase in freeway car accidents and fatalities over the last five years. The cause for this jump? MSU believes the blame lies with the speed limit increase by the state of Michigan in 2017, where roughly 600 miles of freeway were posted at 75 miles per […]
Free Pass for Michigan’s Uninsured Motorists Ends January 1, 2022
Posted on December 20th, 2021 by Elizabeth
In July 2020, a financial amnesty period began in Michigan to shield drivers who let their car insurance lapse. Under this rule, they would not face expensive penalties or higher premiums when finally trying to purchase auto insurance. But that will all change on January 1, 2022, when the financial amnesty period ends. Anyone driving […]
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