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Simple Lighting Solutions Proven to Protect Pedestrians at Night

In ongoing efforts to protect pedestrians, a new study reveals that sometimes the brightest ideas are also the simplest. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) has found that lighting solutions and well-lit crosswalks can increase driver yielding and potentially prevent pedestrian accidents. With 7,522 pedestrian fatalities in 2022 and a staggering 75% of those...

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South Carolina Faces Road Safety Crisis Amid High Fatality Rates

According to a recent report from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), poor road conditions continue to be a significant contributing factor in many car accidents nationwide and throughout South Carolina. "Ensuring safety on our nation's roadways is a collective effort involving everyone from drivers to government entities that finance road improvements, as well...

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South Carolina Has 4th Highest Fatal Car Accident Rate

According to a recent study, South Carolina ranks fourth in the nation for fatal car accidents. In 2020, the state reported 962 fatal crashes, resulting in 20.7 deaths per 100,000 people. This alarming statistic raises questions about road safety in the Palmetto State. Several factors contribute to South Carolina's high fatal car accident rate. First,...

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10 Common Causes of South Carolina Motorcycle Accidents

Motorcyclists are vulnerable out on the road, and too often, they aren’t even noticed by other drivers. Motorcycle accidents often have a profound and devastating impact on victims, who can suffer very serious and sometimes fatal injuries. Medical bills for treating these injuries and other accident-related expenses can become overwhelming, leading to financial stress. As...

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In South Carolina, Can You Text At a Red Light?

One of the most common causes of car accidents is distracted driving. This is why April has been designated Distracted Driving Awareness Month by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). And when it comes to distracted driving, texting drivers are responsible for causing many serious collisions. Drivers who text often do so at many...

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Traumatic Brain Injuries Caused By South Carolina Car Accidents

Car accidents in South Carolina often cause serious injuries that require extensive medical care. Overall, roughly 58,000 people each year on average sustain a serious injury in a South Carolina car accident, according to the South Carolina Department of Public Safety. Head and brain injuries are common outcomes in crashes Among those car accident injuries,...

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Road Traffic Injuries A Leading Cause of Death and Disability

One of the leading causes of all deaths and disabilities is car accidents, according to a recent study conducted by the World Health Organization (WHO), which examined the impact that motor vehicle accidents have worldwide. The same study also explored what types of car accidents are the leading causes of such accidents, as well as...

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