Tag Archives: road trip safety

Stop The Texts. Stop The Wrecks.

Posted on May 14, 2013 by Finkelstein & Partners

The Shocking Truth: Distracted driving is the number one killer in American teens. Five seconds is the average time your eyes are off the road while texting. When traveling at 55mph, that’s enough to cover the length of a football … Continue reading →

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Truck Accident Statistics

Posted on May 14, 2013 by Finkelstein & Partners

Get The Facts: 500,000 truck accidents occur every year in the United States. Of these accidents, 5,000 result in death. One in 8 traffic fatalities involves a trucking collision. The most significant cause for truck accidents is truck driver fatigue, … Continue reading →

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Bicycle Safety: How to Keep Yourself and Your Kids Safe This Season

Posted on April 8, 2013 by Finkelstein & Partners

Every year, about 300,000 kids go to the emergency room due to bicycle injuries, according to an article from www.kidshealth.org. At least 10,000 kids have injuries that require a few days in the hospital. In order to keep ourselves and … Continue reading →

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April is National Distracted Driving Awareness Month: Tips for Moms Driving Safely This Month

Posted on April 3, 2013 by Finkelstein & Partners

1 in 10 new moms have been in a crash with their baby, according to this article from Parents magazine. 3 out of 4 moms talk on the phone while driving with their baby which makes them 4 times more … Continue reading →

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Motorcycle Safety Tips

Posted on April 3, 2013 by Finkelstein & Partners

There are over 4 million motorcycles registered in the U.S. Approximately 80% of reported motorcycle crashes result in injury or death, according to the motorcycle safety guide by the National Highway Traffic Safety Association. Motorcycle fatalities represent 5% of all … Continue reading →

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