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Government Works with Businesses to Reduce Driving Fatalities

On behalf of Ted B Lyon & Associates posted in Car Accidents on Tuesday, March 14, 2023.

Large-scale problems can rarely be solved by asking people to try harder. And tens of thousands of traffic deaths per year definitely qualify as a large-scale problem. The U.S. Department of Transportation is asking people to try harder, but they're also looking everywhere for p...

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The Devastating Effects of Car Accidents on American Society

On behalf of Ted B Lyon & Associates posted in Car Accidents on Saturday, March 4, 2023.

Car accidents are a major problem in the United States, with far-reaching consequences for society as a whole. From physical injuries to emotional trauma and financial losses, car accidents have a profound impact on the lives of those affected. Every car accident that leads to a...

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The Danger of Improper Maintenance in the Trucking Industry

On behalf of Ted B Lyon & Associates posted in Truck Accidents on Wednesday, February 22, 2023.

Truck accidents often have devastating consequences. While driver negligence is a common cause of these accidents, improper maintenance contributes to many semi crashes. In any case involving a truck crash, it's important to take a close look at all the potential causes. Knowing...

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Drug Testing and Commercial Truck Drivers

On behalf of Ted B Lyon & Associates posted in drunk driving, Truck Accidents on Wednesday, December 14, 2022.

Impaired driving is a serious issue for commercial truck drivers. Alcohol and other illicit substances are a problem for all drivers, but the consequences can be particularly high when you're driving a vehicle that is many tons heavier than the vehicles around it. Drug testing p...

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Distracted Driving Is an Ongoing Hazard

On behalf of Ted B Lyon & Associates posted in Car Accident Injuries, Distracted Driving, drunk driving on Sunday, December 4, 2022.

Research around smartphone addiction paints a bleak picture. It is well-established that modern phone usage is problematic. Cell phone use is tied to problems like depression and anxiety. It's also tied to distracted driving. As distracted driving causes a significant percentage...

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Controversial Recommendation to Reduce Car Accidents

On behalf of Ted B Lyon & Associates posted in Car Accident Injuries on Thursday, November 24, 2022.

The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) is taking aim at the rising number of accidents tied to substance abuse and aggressive driving. The NTSB is, controversially, suggesting changes to new car technology. If these recommendations are enacted into law, the relationship...

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Underride Protection and Truck Accidents

On behalf of Ted B Lyon & Associates posted in Truck Accidents on Wednesday, August 31, 2022.

Trucks pose many threats to the passenger vehicles sharing the roads with them. When you think about the dangers posed by trucks, size, lack of visibility, and challenging conditions for truck drivers may all come to mind. It's important not to overlook the shape of semi trucks ...

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Long Hours and Short-Haul Trucking Accidents

On behalf of Ted B Lyon & Associates posted in Truck Accidents on Wednesday, August 24, 2022.

Long-haul truck drivers are responsible for transporting goods long distances. When we think about truck drivers, the long-haul driver is often who we picture. However, short-haul trucking, which involves transporting goods locally, makes up a significant portion of trucking jobs...

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Motor scooter accident: rider hospitalized after Dallas hit-and-run

On behalf of Ted B Lyon & Associates posted in Car Accidents on Thursday, May 31, 2012.

Dallas police are currently searching for a driver who was recently involved in a hit-and-run accident. The collision took place at approximately 10 a.m. on May 23. Witnesses reported seeing a white four-door sedan speeding. According to several people on the scene, the car struc...

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