Drowsy driving is a significant issue on United States roads. It can affect the person behind the wheel and other innocent motorists. NHTSA estimates show that during 2017, there were 91,000 auto accidents reported to police that involved drowsy driving. These accidents accounted for around 50,000 injuries and closed to 800 deaths. What is Drowsy...Read More
Having represented many clients involved in a car accident resulting from various driving conditions, we realize how important it is to prevent such crashes in the first place. It begins with understanding how to drive in the ice and snow safely. It also involves knowing when to stay off the road. If you happen to...Read More
Drowsy driving is a significant accident threat. It is estimated that as many as 4 percent of all drivers fall asleep when driving, and 60 percent drive when they are drowsy. At Robert J. DeBry & Associates, each car accident attorney encourages everyone to stay safe behind the wheel; here are a few ways to...Read More
What Is Black Ice? The term Black ice comes from the ice that freezes and becomes thin and almost transparent. As a result, black ice blends in with the black pavement of the road and becomes extremely slippery. A car accident attorney from Robert J. DeBry & Associates may offer further legal advice in case...Read More
With cold weather coming right around the corner, you might be wondering if you need to stow your motorcycle in the garage for a few months. At Robert J. Debry & Associates, this is a question that we often get asked this time of year. While you should never drive your motorcycle in conditions you...Read More
Hailstorms may be dangerous. In certain areas, hail can get as large as 8 inches in diameter. On 23rd June 2010, the United States of America recovered and recorded the largest hailstone in Vivian, South Dakota. It had an 8 inches diameter, 18.62 inches circumference, and a weight of 1lb 15oz. That information alone proves...Read More
Today, driving on Utah roads is less complicated than before, thanks to government organizations like the Utah Department of Public Safety, Utah Department of Transportation, and Utah Highway Patrol. In conjunction with private firms like Robert J. DeBry & Associates, they have relentlessly educated citizens on the safety tips for driving in the snow as...Read More
Texting while driving is an increasingly prevalent concern in the US. which can seriously impact you or your loved ones. A survey by The Zebra in January 2021 indicated that 23.6% of respondents admitted texting while driving. The survey includes the following 2021 texting and driving statistics: Cell phones are one of the major causes...Read More
Utah alone experiences roughly 55,000 car accidents each year. Research shows that distracted driving plays some role. If you or a loved one has been involved in an accident, a car accident attorney from Robert J. DeBry & Associates may help you. The following are Utah’s distracted driving laws of 2021: No Texting and Driving ...Read More
Distracted driving laws implemented in Utah strictly prohibit the use of cell phones while driving. It is illegal to use a cellphone while driving unless if you’re using it for GPS purposes or hands-free voice talking while driving. Cellphone Use and Exceptions Under Utah law, car drivers are Prohibited from engaging in the following written/...Read More
