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A 67-year-old man who died after driving his motorcycle into the back of a car in Louisville has been identified as David McDowell, according to the Lexington Herald Leader.

Unattended candles, dangerous costumes, combustible decorations – Halloween night is rife with hazards. The deadliest threat, however, are drunk drivers.

Traffic is getting more congested across the United States – and Kentucky is no exception. Unfortunately, the longer you sit in traffic surrounded by impatient drivers, the greater your risk of being rear-ended.

The numbers don’t lie: Car accidents are on the rise. Both nationwide and across Kentucky, statistics show an alarming uptick in the fatal car crash count.

It’s official: The most common causes of car accidents are not wet weather, poor roads or vehicles that malfunction. The vast majority of crashes stem from driver errors.

Riding a motorcycle is one of the most exciting ways to commute. Unfortunately, that thrill comes with inherent risks.

There’s no disputing the fact that riding a motorcycle is a thrilling experience. It also comes with a multitude of practical benefits such as lower gas consumption, cheaper maintenance and easier parking.

Every car wreck is stressful – even when the property damage is minor. When a crash causes injuries, it is easy to panic and nearly impossible to still your nerves and remain calm. It is important to remember, though, that your actions in the aftermath of a collision may affect your ability to make a successful personal-injury claim.

Riding a motorcycle is a quick and efficient way to commute, and it can be particularly convenient in congested traffic. Unfortunately, riding in rush hour is dangerous, and even a minor accident is likely to cause injuries.

Commercial truck drivers may be experienced behind the wheel, but all it takes is one mistake to cause a fatal accident. In 2014, 587 large truck occupants died in wrecks, according to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. That same year, 2,485 passenger vehicle occupants died in collisions with large trucks.