Traffic crashes are the leading cause of death for children ages 3 – 14. Properly securing your children in the appropriate safety seats can protect them in the event of a motor vehicle accident. Wisconsin law requires that children under 4 to be in a car seat and children 4 -8 to be in a… Read more »
Posts Categorized: Safe Driving Tips
Seatbelt Use Results in Decrease in Wisconsin Traffic Deaths
The Wisconsin Department of Transportation has announced that seatbelt use has resulted in decline of traffic deaths in Wisconsin. The numbers are in and July of 2010 was tied for the second least deadly July since World War II. July of 2010 tied with July of 1946 with 49 deaths on Wisconsin roadways. The same… Read more »
In Car Accidents, Insurance Companies May Check Your Phone Records
Nationwide and throughout the State of Wisconsin, authorities are reporting more crashes caused by distracted drivers. According to a National Highway Traffic Administration study, distracted driving accounts for 80% of all car accidents. The Top 7 most distracting tasks that should be avoided while driving include: Reaching for a moving object Reading and Writing Applying… Read more »
Wisconsin Snowmobile Accidents – Top 6 Saftey Tips
Wisconsin recreation safety specialists recommend that you take the following 6 top precautions to stay safe this winter when snowmobiling: 1. Slow Down: Speed is a contributing factor in nearly all fatal snowmobile accidents. Moderate speed is urged to allow for adequate reaction time in any situation. 2. Always Carry a First Aid Kit: The… Read more »