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Archives for: March 26th, 2018

Alcohol and Driving: European Union Calls for New Strategy

Written by Cooper & Friedman PLLC on March 26, 2018

In an effort to reduce alcohol-related auto accidents on Europe’s roads, the European Committee of the Regions — an advisory body made up of local and regional politicians there to advise policy making — is urging the European Union to utilize car breathalyzer “alcolocks”, according to U.K. paper the Independent. “Alcolocks” prevent drivers from being […]

Understanding GPS and How It Plays a Role in Distracted Driving

Written by Cooper & Friedman PLLC on November 29, 2017

As car accident attorneys, we recently shared a blog post on scary driving statistics that every driver should know. We were surprised to find that distracted driving is the leading cause of car accidents in the United States. Almost 80% of all accidents on the nation’s highways are caused by distracted driving, according to the […]

Scary Driving Statistics Every Driver Should Know from Car Accident Lawyers

Written by Cooper & Friedman PLLC on October 18, 2017

A car accident can happen at any moment, anywhere in the blink of an eye. When you get behind a vehicle and make the decision to operate it, you are controlling a piece of machinery that can accelerate up to 125 mph, weighs 2 tons, and is going to be in an area populated by […]

A Car Accident Attorney Explains 10 Things You Should NOT Do After A Crash

Written by Cooper & Friedman PLLC on June 5, 2017

Getting in a car accident is a traumatizing experience that often leaves victims shaken up for hours, and sometimes longer, after the accident occurs. Whether the car accident is a fender bender or an injury crash, stress from the accident can often cause people to not think clearly. However, in the unfortunate event of a car accident, it […]

Motorcycle Accidents – Facts and Safety Tips

Written by Cooper & Friedman PLLC on January 12, 2017

People are choosing to ride motorcycles now more than ever for a wide variety of reasons. Many people enjoy the exhilarating experience of being behind the wheel of a motorcycle. Others choose to ride them because they can be a much more affordable mode of transportation. However, fast, fuel efficient, motorized bikes come with increased […]

Avoiding a Car Accident – Safety Tips for Pedestrians and Drivers

Written by Cooper & Friedman PLLC on September 24, 2015

A pedestrian can become the victim of a car accident at any point while walking on or near the road. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reported in 2009 that more than 4,000 pedestrians were killed in motor vehicle crashes. With more than 59,000 injuries reported that year as well, this should be a […]

Seat Belts Save Lives – Why You Should Buckle Up

Written by Cooper & Friedman PLLC on July 29, 2015

According the Center for Disease Control (CDC), wearing a seat belt is the most effective way to save lives and reduce crash injuries for adults. Even though motor vehicle crashes are the leading cause of death for Americans ages 1 year to 54 years of age, many people fail to wear the one device known […]