An accident that resulted in raw sewage leaking from a truck snarled traffic in Northern Virginia on May 26. The unpleasant spillage, however, was not the worst part of the unfortunate episode. Five people sustained injuries in the crash, with three individuals...
Month: May 2013
Texting and driving may be deadlier than drinking and driving
Teenagers who grow up in Virginia encounter a variety of cautions over the years: don't do drugs, do your homework and don't drink and drive. In recent years, however, an additional admonition has been added to that list: never text and drive. The addition is not...
Tractor trailer vs. motorcycle in deadly hit-and-run
When a semi truck shares the road with a motorcycle, both vehicles' operators must be extra vigilant about safety. The massive size differential between the two vehicles, as well as disparities in their abilities to stop and turn safely, can easily lead to trouble if...
Virginia Tech study highlights driver fatigue
These days, Virginians are busier than ever. Whether it's rushing to work or rushing the kids off to extracurricular activities, countless state residents strive to keep up with the demands of daily life. Unfortunately, this sometimes results in cutting corners or...
Man steps out of car, gets struck by truck on I-95
Interstate 95 is a heavily-traveled artery that spans nearly the entire eastern coast of the United States. Especially in the DC metro area and northern Virginia, I-95 sees countless types of car and truck accidents. On April 18, a truck accident stalled traffic...