For people in Michigan and across the country, developments in automobile technology have sparked a great deal of interest and curiosity. In particular, autonomous vehicles that allow the car to drive itself with little to no input from a human driver have received a large amount of media attention. This has included car accidents involving semi-autonomous vehicles, which have been highlighted nationally even when they have involved minor injuries. Some supporters of the autonomous vehicle industry argue that this media attention is disproportionate, especially in comparison to the coverage of traditional crashes involving human-driven cars.
5 common pedestrian injuries
As a pedestrian, you may suffer severe injuries if you get by a vehicle. Whether you are walking, running or simply taking in the view, you may get hit by a negligent motorist. According to statistics from the CDC, more than 5,000 pedestrians died in traffic accidents in 2015.
Pedestrian fatalities from vehicle crashes
Almost 6,000 pedestrians in Michigan and the rest of the country were killed in 2017 from motor vehicle crashes. The number of fatalities was similar in 2016. While there is no scientific proof, experts believe that the use of marijuana and smartphones are responsible for the high number of deaths.
Increase in SUVs may be responsible for rise in pedestrian deaths
Even though there has been a concerted effort to reduce the number of pedestrian deaths in Michigan and elsewhere, the number of fatal pedestrian accidents has only continued to rise. In fact, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration released a study showing that since 2009, pedestrian deaths have increased by 46 percent.
How divorce affects the financial futures of women
When it comes to post-marriage financial issues, women who are 50 or older are more likely to be affected. Divorce and widowhood often leave older women in Michigan particularly vulnerable on the financial front.
Some states are more likely to have distracted drivers
Michigan drivers are more likely to be distracted behind the wheel by their mobile phones than motorists in other states. However, they are certainly not the worst. That dubious honor goes to Mississippi drivers. This is according to data released by Everdrive, an app that tracks drivers' habits while operating their vehicles.
