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More pedestrians are losing their lives to car accidents in Louisiana and other states. Ironically, the rise in pedestrian deaths happens when numbers for traffic fatalities as a whole are on the decline. And some cities have shown they are more dangerous for...
Louisiana motorcyclists hit the road in the early spring and summer to enjoy the freedom that a motorcycle has to offer. While many will take necessary precautions like wearing a helmet and always running with their headlights on, accidents do still happen. By...
There's always the risk of pedestrian accidents in Louisiana when pedestrians and drivers share the road. The pedestrians who are most at risk of an accident include children, senior citizens and anyone who is intoxicated. Those who spend time on bikes can also get...
Studies show that SUVs are more prone to killing pedestrians compared to sedans in Louisiana and throughout the United States. SUVs, pickup trucks and passenger vans are more often responsible for fatalities due to their larger size. The front profile of SUVs is...
As a general rule, you are allowed to ride your bike on roads throughout Louisiana. However, it's important that you take extra precautions if you are going to be sharing a lane with cars, trucks or other vehicles. This is because you'll have far less protection than...
Fatal bicycle accidents are currently on the rise, which may be due to the increase in cycling popularity and fitness in Louisiana. The prevalence of distracted driving is contributing factor as more people spend time on their phones while driving a car. More drivers...
One of the main concerns that cyclists have while navigating different types of roads in Louisiana is drivers opening their car doors unexpectedly, which can lead to severe injuries for cyclists. In most situations, the driver opening the door is liable for the...
There's always a risk of infections occurring with dog bites if you've been attacked by a dog in Louisiana. 10 to 15 percent of dog bites lead to an infection. There's a higher risk of infection if the bite occurs on the hands or fingers. The bites can lead to staph...
There are a number of reasons that a fatigued truck driver can be dangerous. Drowsy driving is a significant contributor to many types of Louisiana accidents, and a truck driver is behind the wheel of a powerful vehicle that can cause much worse accidents than a small...
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reports that approximately 5,000 pedestrians are killed in accidents involving motor vehicles every year, including residents of Louisiana. In addition, 76,000 people are involved in pedestrian accidents with...