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Many Omaha drivers have been responsibly addressing the pervasive problem of distracted driving in Nebraska. Public awareness campaigns and advocacy efforts have brought much-needed attention to this important issue, and drivers are responding. Unfortunately, not all of the available countermeasures are actually effective in preventing distracted driving accidents. It is important for Omaha drivers to...

Teen driving safety is in focus, with spring break upon us, graduation and the summer travel season right around the corner. Drive it Home is among the many organizations reminding teens about the dangers of unsafe driving decisions, included distracted driving and drunk driving. A recently posted survivor's story drives home the often catastrophic consequences...

The nationwide trucker shortage is increasing the risks of trucking accidents in Omaha due to the influx of inexperienced drivers. USA Today recently reported the trucker shortage is causing freight companies to offer bonuses of up to $8,000 as well as other incentives aimed at luring and retaining experienced commercial drivers. The American Trucking Association...

Icy roads are a common hazard for drivers braving cold Omaha winters. Black ice is an especially dangerous condition during the winter months. By learning more about this hazard, drivers can reduce their likelihood of being injured in an accident on black ice. When accidents do occur, it is important to seek legal advice. An...

The winter weather forecast remains uncertain, but one certainty remains: The next three months will be among the most dangerous times of the year for traffic accidents in Omaha. Channel 6 news is among the local and regional sources reporting that a La Niña effect will keep waters colder in the Pacific through the winter...

The emergence of self-driving cars and other automated driving features has raised important questions about vehicle safety in America. Strong evidence suggests new safety technology has the potential to significantly slash the number of truck accidents that occur annually. While trucking companies do not have a legal obligation to install all the latest, cutting edge...

Car accidents are responsible for hundreds of deaths and thousands of injuries involving Nebraska residents every year. Research suggests that car accidents are more likely to occur in rural areas than urban areas, which means those in Nebraska are at high risk. So what can Omaha motorists do to stay safe while driving in rural...

Halloween is a fun time for Omaha families. But there are also many ways in which both adults and children can be injured during Halloween festivities. Car accidents, practical jokes, tainted candy, and malfunctioning toys are just a few of the many possible causes of serious personal injuries. If you or a family member gets...

It may appear as though the roads of America are getting safer. After the economic crash of 2008, fewer vehicles were on the road, and traffic fatalities experienced a corresponding drop. The Washington Post reports that United State traffic fatalities hit an all-time low in 2011. Yet these facts ignore the reality that over 18,000 people...

Every year, the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety and National Highway Safety Administration publish statistics on the fatality rates of vehicles in America. These statistics offer insight into the safest and least safe vehicles on the roads. After any auto accident, injury victims have legal rights which must be protected. Omaha residents trust the experienced car...