Traffic Laws
If you don’t know the traffic laws in your state, it can cost you. Failing to obey traffic laws can cause your auto insurance rates to climb.
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Are red-light cameras putting profit over safety?
As local government budgets are being sliced all over the country, more and more cities and counties are relying on technology to help enforce the law, particularly when it comes to traffic … more
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Auto accident apps: Personal injury attorney 'is right in your pocket'
Not that long ago, personal injury lawyers frequently supplied prospective clients with something called an accident tool kit. Small enough to fit in a glovebox, this kit usually included little more … more
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Increase in Texas speed limits: More freedom or more deaths?
Motorists' rights advocates are applauding a loosening of speed limits in Texas, while traffic safety advocates are warning that higher speed limits will mean more carnage on the state's roads.
A … more
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Six things you should not do when you're facing a traffic ticket
Hoping to talk yourself out of a traffic ticket? It could be a money-saving move.
Alyssa Willis, an agent at Annette Willis Insurance Agency in Atlanta, says that if you rack up two or more traffic … more
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If you've got a wad of cash, you can avoid buying auto insurance in some states
Driving without auto insurance can get you in a lot of trouble in most states. You can be fined, lose your driver's license or even be jailed.
But if you live in Iowa or New Hampshire, you're in … more
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Chief David Strickland Talks About NHTSA's Future Goals
Shortly after being appointed administrator of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration in January 2010, David Strickland was greeted with one of the highest-profile vehicle recalls in … more
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Red-light cameras give green light to debate over traffic safety
Red-light safety cameras, which automatically detect when drivers run red lights, are being heralded by some for promoting road safety and decreasing traffic-related fatalities. But others say the … more
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Helmet law recommendation could affect motorcycle insurance rates
The National Transportation Safety Board's latest round of most-wanted transportation safety improvements could have major implications for motorcycle riders and passengers.
In November 2010, the … more
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Fight speeding tickets to lower your insurance
Getting slapped with a speeding ticket may not only cost you a hefty fine and several points on your driving record, but it may also mean you will pay higher auto insurance premiums. Insurers … more
