On November 4th, Daylight Savings Time comes to an end in the U.S. At 2:00 a.m., clocks across most of the country will turn back one hour. For many, adjusting to the new time is difficult. Effects on the body include sleep loss and tiredness similar to jet lag. Fittingly, the end of Daylight Savings Time…
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), car accidents are the primary cause of death for adolescents with over 5,000 teenage lives lost each year. In fact, drivers aged 16-19 suffer four times more fatal crashes than drivers aged 25-69. This fact led Congress to declare the third week in October as…
Recognizing car crashes as a leading cause of death between ages one and thirteen, the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has designated September 23rd to 29th as Child Passenger Safety Week. With this in mind, Daggett Shuler provides tips and resources to keep your youngest passengers secure on the road. Know the Law…
It’s back-to-school season. Over the coming weeks, school children of all ages across North Carolina will make their way back into our classrooms. For the rest of us, that means increased traffic on our roads—including the return of school buses. With this in mind, Daggett Shuler Law would like to share an infographic created by…
Super Bowl Sunday is almost here, soon millions will be tuning in to watch the big game, feasting on wings and ice-cold beer while cheering on their favorite team. Approximately 111.3 million Americans watched the Super Bowl last year, and the massive viewership is expected for Super Bowl LII. A majority of viewers will join…
This month is teen driving awareness month, and a great time to sit down with your new drivers and explain just what being a safe and aware driver entails. Car accidents are the leading cause of death among teenagers. 6 teenagers will lose their lives in a car accident each day. This number is staggering! It is…
At 2:00 AM this Sunday, Daylight Saving Time ends. It is time to “fall back” an hour as daylight saving comes to an end. Remember to set your clocks back before heading to bed this Saturday in order to gain back an hour of sleep. Thankfully a majority of our smartphones, computers and DVRs will…
According to a recent study by AAA, almost 50% of teens admit to texting while driving. This dangerous habit not only puts the life of the driver at risk, but also jeopardizes the innocent lives of surrounding motorists, bicyclists and pedestrians. In an effort to raise awareness on this deadly habit, AT&T teamed up with…
With the recent snowstorm leaving much of the southeastern states with snow and ice, it is important to follow these simple winter driving safety tips. North Carolina was among several states to receive almost a foot of snow this past weekend. More specifically, Winston-Salem got an estimated 6-8 inches. With over 700 car accidents being…
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Olivia Winston
