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Reckless Driving is Taking Lives and Leaving Families Devastated Due to an ongoing increase in the number of car accident deaths in Maine, traffic safety officials are urging drivers to slow down and do their part to make Maine’s roads safer, according to a recent Fox 23 News story. “Too many people are getting into...

Maine’s natural beauty is made for cycling. From the rolling hills of the countryside to coastal views along Route 1, it’s no surprise more people are hopping on bikes for recreation, commuting, or exercise. But as Maine’s roads fill with both cars and cyclists, the risk of bicycle accidents continues to grow. While most rides...

Teen Crash Rates Climb in Maine from Memorial Day to Labor Day A car accident can change lives in an instant, but when a teenager is behind the wheel, the outcome can be especially tragic. Inexperienced decisions, high-risk behavior, and distractions too often lead to devastating consequences—not just for young drivers, but for everyone else...

Understanding the Physical and Financial Toll of Motorcycle Accident Injuries Motorcycle ownership in Maine has surged over the past two decades. According to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, motorcycle registrations in the state have jumped nearly 190 percent, from just over 22,000 in 2002 to nearly 64,000 in 2023. But with that growth has...

April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month Understand the Rules—and the Risks—That Come With Using a Phone Behind the Wheel Distracted driving isn’t just dangerous—it’s against the law in Maine. Whether you're heading down I-95 or navigating a small-town intersection, all it takes is a glance at a phone to cause a crash that changes someone’s...

In 2024, Maine didn’t experience a pedestrian fatality until March. But this year, six people have already lost their lives by the end of February. Behind the statistics are real people whose families, friends, and communities must now live with devastating loss. The sudden rise in pedestrian deaths marks Maine’s deadliest start to a year...

Car safety has come a long way, but fatal car accident rates have been climbing. Over the past five years, more crashes have led to deadly outcomes, despite the latest safety technology. According to a study by iSeeCars, the fatal crash rate now sits at 2.8 per billion miles. Some cars stand out for having...

Maine experienced a near-record number of fatal car accidents last year, raising alarm among traffic safety officials after a promising decline in 2023, according to the Portland Press Herald. "Safe driving cannot be the sole responsibility of federal and state government entities, auto manufacturers, legislators, law enforcement officers, or driving instructors," wrote Lauren V. Stewart,...

Losing a loved one is a painful experience, one that can bring both emotional and financial challenges. When the loss was caused by the negligent actions of another party, families have the right to seek justice and accountability. If you’ve lost a loved one due to someone else’s negligence or intentional actions, you may be...

Now that Daylight Saving Time is over and the days keep getting shorter, most people spend more time driving at night in the dark. And many traffic safety studies have found that more car accidents happen during nighttime hours. So, just how bad are nighttime car accidents? What types of accidents, in particular, happen at...