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Distracted Driving on the Rise

As of July 1, 2017, law enforcement officers may now stop a vehicle when they suspect a driver using a cell phone to send text messages. Prior to the enactment of this law (Senate File 234), texting while driving was only a secondary offense, meaning… Read More
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Smart Phones Aren’t So Smart if They Cause Cedar Rapids Car Crashes

With the ever increasing popularity of smart phones, drivers are becoming more distracted on the roads – no matter what the laws are. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), about 13.5 million drivers use cell phone… Read More
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Risks Eastern Iowa Tow Truck Drivers Face on the Job

A tow truck driver’s work is on the road. When a tow truck driver goes to work, he drives all day and faces numerous risks from distracted drivers. When tow operators stop on the interstate to recover vehicles, they are often not given much roo… Read More
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Types of Cedar Rapids Accidents that Lead to Broken Bones

During a car accident, your body may hit different parts of the vehicle, such as the steering wheel, side window, door panel, windshield and other things inside the car. Because the force of an impact can be so great, your body is as risk for broken… Read More
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Other Iowa Truck Crash Factors

Truck accidents in Iowa occur all too frequently. We have all probably seen a jackknifed tractor-trailer that brings the entire interstate to a halt, but what you probably have not considered is that this type of accident occurs every single day thro… Read More
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What Can Pedestrians Do to Stay Safe on Iowa Roads?

Pedestrians are the minority on the roads; however, pedestrians typically have the right of way, which requires that drivers of vehicles watch out for people walking on the sidewalks, streets, or crossing intersections. Although most everyone underst… Read More
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Who Can Sue in Iowa Drunk Driving Accidents and Whom Can They Sue?

When you or someone you love is injured in an Iowa car accident due to a drunk driver, you may feel angry that the negligent driver ever got behind the wheel of his or her car. The realization is that drunk driving accidents can be prevented if drive… Read More
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Are Motorcycle Riders Vulnerable to Distracted Drivers?

Distracted driving in Iowa and throughout this nation is a serious problem these days, and the act of distracted driving is considered negligent driving that could lead to catastrophic injuries. Distracted driving can be anything from talking on a ce… Read More
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Iowa Motorcycle Riders May Face New Motorcycle Helmet Law Soon

Some people feel that motorcycle operators should wear a helmet to protect the motorcycle driver, while others believe wearing a helmet is an individual decision that should be left up to the rider. As we know, Iowa is one of the last three states in… Read More
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