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The Northeast Regional Train 188, heading to New York from Washington, D.C., crashed in the Port Richmond section of Philadelphia Tuesday night shortly after 9:00pm. As of 9:00am Wednesday morning, six people have been confirmed dead, 10 are in critical condition and dozens more were injured. Federal investigators are on the scene to determine the […]

Over the last two decades, highway speed limits have been slowly increasing around the country, particularly in states west of the Mississippi. Some commercial truckers are now legally driving faster than ever. Safety experts say that driving at higher speeds has increased the number of tire-related crashes involving large trucks because the tires are not […]

Construction work zones are dangerous places for construction workers, pedestrians, drivers, and passengers.  Construction workers face many serious risks as part of their job including hazardous materials, working at high elevations, operating heavy equipment, falling debris, electrocution, and car accidents. Drivers maneuvering through cattle shoots and detours on highway construction zones put construction workers at […]

Advocates for motorcycle and highway safety feel that something must be done to develop and enforce stricter helmet laws across the country.  It has been proven that helmets save lives. In Pennsylvania alone, 39 people were victims of fatal motorcycle accidents during 2012. Sadly, all of those deaths may have been prevented if stricter helmet […]

In August, 2010, the Christie administration did away with mandatory motor vehicle safety inspections in New Jersey.  Since then, New Jersey residents are only required to have emissions inspections performed once every two years when a car is five years old.  Some drivers may believe that the absence of safety inspections allows them to get […]

Encountering a New Jersey drunk driver is a concern for motorists throughout the state. However, many residents of New Jersey may be surprised to learn that a recent report by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) indicates that alcohol is not the most common impairment that causes car accident injuries and deaths. According to […]

The warmth of the spring weather is almost upon us.  This brings many people outdoors after being cooped up in the house all winter to enjoy activities such as walking, running, and riding bicycles.  Following safety precautions such as the protective gear needed while taking part in these activities has become common knowledge to most.  […]

As the weather warms and summer approaches, more and more people will take to New Jersey roadways on foot, especially in towns close to the shoreline.  Many will walk instead of drive to their destination for health benefits, some for global sustainability, and others to avoid driving drunk after partying at their favorite shore bar.  […]

Last week, Governor Chris Christie rejected a bill that would affect the penalties for New Jersey drivers convicted of driving under the influence (DUI) of alcohol.  The legislation would reduce the length of time a drunk driver’s license would be suspended. Currently, first time offenders face license suspension for three months but the bill would […]

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has released its data for 2013 motorcycle accident injuries and fatalities.  There is good news to report as the number of motorcycle rider deaths and injuries resulting from accidents showed a 6.4% decline.  There were 318 less fatal motorcycle accidents in 2013 than in 2012, and 5,000 less […]