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The United States has witnessed a surprising turn in road safety statistics. Across the country, pedestrian fatalities fell by 5.4% between 2022 and 2023. This drop marks the largest single-year decrease since 2009. However, we can't celebrate just yet. Despite this improvement, pedestrian deaths still exceed pre-pandemic levels by 14%. While national trends provide a...

The period between Memorial Day and Labor Day, known as the "100 Deadliest Days," sees a significant spike every year in car accidents involving teenage drivers. During these months, the increased travel and free time for teenagers can lead to more hazardous driving conditions, highlighting the need for heightened awareness and preventive measures to ensure...

May is Motorcycle Awareness Month, observed nationwide to educate the public on motorcycle safety. In Kansas, the Department of Transportation (KDOT) and The Drive To Zero Coalition are dedicated to promoting awareness of the challenges motorcyclists face daily, as reported by KSAL News. Gary Herman, the Behavioral Safety Manager at KDOT, emphasized the importance of...

In Kansas, distracted driving is a significant concern, contributing to numerous accidents and injuries each year. Whether texting, eating, or adjusting the radio, any activity that diverts a driver's attention from the road can have disastrous consequences. That glance at your phone or the quick bite while cruising down the highway may seem harmless, but...

Understanding medical negligence and TBIs When individuals seek medical care, they do so with the expectation that their well-being will be prioritized. Unfortunately, medical malpractice occurs when healthcare providers fail to meet the standard of care, sometimes resulting in additional harm to patients, including brain injuries. These errors can range from surgical mistakes and incorrect...

Why are certain highways more dangerous than others? What's the most dangerous highway in Kansas? Interstate 70 leads the way for the most car accident fatalities in the state, according to a recent traffic safety study conducted by Car Insurance Comparison. "Each state has dangerous highways, but some routes claim far more lives than others,"...

Bad driving habits have become increasingly prevalent in recent years in Kansas and across the nation. Many drivers who are in a hurry may speed, multi-task, or run through red lights. Some drivers even become comfortable driving impaired, tired, or distracted. However, it only takes a split second for one of these bad habits to...

Kansas motorists reminded to driver sober this holiday season. The holiday season in Kansas can be a special time of year. However, it is also a time when car accidents caused by drunk drivers become more frequent. To combat this issue and prevent collisions caused by impaired drivers during the holiday season, several organizations have...

The Kansas Department of Transportation recently began preparation work on a $260 million road improvement project designed to reduce traffic congestion on Kansas State Highway 96 in Wichita as well as reduce the number of car accidents in Kansas' largest city. "This timely project will address deteriorating pavement conditions, congestion and safety issues on K-96,...

Early fatal crash estimates for 2023 are giving traffic safety advocates hope that a dramatic rise in deadly traffic accidents will finally decrease. Over the first two quarters of 2023, the number of road deaths decreased by 3.3 percent nationwide compared to last year. In Kansas, fatal car accidents are about the same as last...