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COVID-19 concerns lead to waiving road tests for new drivers
Few world events have changed our shared vocabulary as much as the current pandemic. New phrases have become commonplace, with “social distancing” and “wear a mask” now part of the new normal. Additionally, many rites of passages have been placed on hold — with...
Don’t expect to ride in a self-driving vehicle anytime soon
Five years ago, it seemed like every automaker was talking about their work developing self-driving vehicles. We were promised that autonomous cars would virtually eliminate car accidents caused by human negligence and error — and soon. In 2016, U.S. Secretary of...
Distracted driving: A leading cause of crashes in New Mexico
It is no secret that distracted driving is a leading cause of car accidents, and distracted driving is a form of negligence. It’s something you should watch out for in the other driver's behavior if you are involved in a crash. A distracted driver may be texting,...
3 types of products commonly involved in product liability claims
Regardless of the standards a business employs to ensure that its products are safe, oversights can occur. The smallest mistake can lead to the deadliest of consequences. The discovery of a defect can, at best, lead to a consumer never buying the product or anything...
Lifelong financial struggles common among victims of clergy sex abuse
Allegations of clergy sex abuse began to surface publicly in the late 1980s. Adults and young people started to come forward to tell their stories and hold their abusers accountable. Victims' first-hand accounts generated headlines in the following decade,...
Trend toward SUVs and larger trucks corresponds with increase in pedestrian and bicycle accidents
For many motor vehicle manufacturers, the trend of “bigger is better” continues. SUVs and large trucks are popular among consumers. In fact, they currently account for about 70% of all new cars sold in the United States. But larger vehicles have also been shown to be...
Do advanced safety systems prevent car accidents?
When you walk onto the showroom floor of a New Mexico car dealership, salespeople will eagerly show you gleaming 2021 models with new lines and curves, more comfortable seats covered with better fabrics, and perhaps best of all, advanced safety systems that the...
What does defensive driving actually mean?
New Mexico roads can be dangerous. Being in the wrong place at the wrong time could put any driver in a bad situation. However, defensive driving can go a long way toward preventing injury to oneself and others. Few people actually take defensive driving courses, but...
Grieving is crucial for healing after a loved one’s death
People don't anticipate losing their loved ones overnight, especially in a car crash. And, sadly, many families don't get the chance to say goodbye. Despite the intense feelings of grief, sometimes people push the feelings aside while dealing with the financial...
YouTube channel showcases negligent driving habits in New Mexico
In recent years, New Mexico hasn't fared well in ratings of driver safety. Even though the state didn't land in Smart Asset's 10 worst states for drivers 2019 study, locals are taking this information with a grain of salt. Just ask the person who runs Buster-Mobile...
