The police will do many things when they are called to the scene of a car accident in Maine. Police will keep the area safe until the scene is cleared and ensure the injured get help. They will also gather information and talk to the people involved to generate an official accident report. The State...
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Study Reveals Men Are More Likely To Die in Distracted Driving Accidents Than Women
According to a recent study by Zuboti based on car accident statistics compiled by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), distracted driving accidents are three times more likely to involve male drivers than female drivers. "Men are more likely to engage in risky driving practices, including not using seat belts, driving while impaired by...
Read MoreWaterville Motorists Should Be Prepared for Changes to Downtown
Comprehensive improvements were made to downtown roads in Waterville, Maine, according to Centralmaine.com, as part of an ongoing $11.2 million downtown revitalization project that includes extensive roadwork. In the meantime, drivers should expect detours and delays on many downtown roads. Motorists should also take care when driving on or near these roads since many car...
Read MoreCommon Eye Injuries in Car Accidents
Eye injuries are some of the most life-changing injuries you can suffer after a car accident. Your eyes play a fundamental role in your everyday life, and even slight damage to them can change that. You may have impaired sight or complete vision loss. That's why you need to seek immediate medical attention — and...
Read MoreMay is Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month
Motorcycle accidents often result in severe injuries that have lasting consequences. To raise awareness about the dangers riders face when on the road, traffic safety advocates in Maine and across the nation have designated May as Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month. One of those groups is the Maine Bureau of Highway Safety, which reminds drivers to...
Read MoreUpcoming I-295 Shutdown Raises Safety Concerns
Maine's busiest stretch of highway will be closed to traffic later this month Later this month, a section of I-295 between Portland and Falmouth, ME will be shut down for nearly three days to replace an outdated bridge, as the Portland Press Herald reported. The closure will start at 7 p.m. on Friday, April 22...
Read MoreWhat To Know About Delayed Pain After a Car Accident
Maine car accident lawyers discuss common injuries associated with delayed pain A car accident can happen at any time. A negligent driver may have been speeding, weaving in and out of traffic, or looking away from the road to read a text. The result is often a crash with another vehicle that can leave drivers...
Read MoreHow To Avoid A Winter Car Accident In Maine
Portland car accident lawyers explain how to stay safe on the road Winter weather can make roads hazardous in Maine. In an instant, highways like I-95 and city streets in Portland, Waterville and other communities can become dangerous due to snow, ice, freezing rain or sleet. Unfortunately, hazardous winter weather often causes serious car accidents....
Read MoreStudy: Nearly 40% of the Fatal Crashes in Maine Are Caused by Speeding
A Car Accident Lawyer in Portland, Maine Looks at the Problem Not only is speeding against the law, but it also puts other motorists at risk of being involved in a car accident. The reasoning is obvious: The high-impact nature of a speeding crash greatly increases the chances of serious injury and death. Backing that...
Read MoreMaine Sees Largest Decrease in Annual Number of Fatal Crashes Involving Young Drivers
A Portland, Maine car accident attorney discusses the trend According to a recent analysis by ValuePenguin of National Highway Traffic Safety Administration data covering 2010 to 2019, Maine had the largest decrease in the nation with regard to fatal crashes involving drivers ages 15 to 20. The number of deadly car accidents plummeted 54%, edging...
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