Category: Accidents

October 23, 2007

The number of people killed in motor vehicle accidents in Michigan dropped 3.9% in 2006, compared to 2005. Sadly, 1,129 people were killed in Michigan in 2005. However, according to NHTSA, the number of people who were killed in car accidents, motorcycle accidents, and truck accidents in Michigan dropped to 1,085 in 2006. The numbers …

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October 23, 2007

The NHTSA recently released its preliminary figures for its 2006 motor vehicle crash safety assessment. The overall numbers show a small 2% decline in overall car accident deaths, but that bit of good news was overshadowed by a disturbing trend: motorcycle accident deaths once again increased, marking the 9th straight year in a row that …

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October 9, 2007

Using a cell phone while driving a car or truck in Southfield, Michigan could now cost you a $100 fine. The Southfield City Council has approved an ordinance that makes using a cell phone while committing a traffic violation such as causing a car accident, speeding or any other driving violation a civil infraction, with …

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