A highway worker was killed while operating a work vehicle. The incident has pulled attention to Indiana's "Move over and slow down" law, which requires motorists to slow down and move when … [Read more...] about ‘Move Over’ Law in Spotlight After Worker Death
Speeding
Fines Are up for Speeders in Work Zones
To ensure the safety of road workers, there has been an increase in fines for speeding violations in work zones. Starting July 1st, violators will pay much more than just the current double fine. … [Read more...] about Fines Are up for Speeders in Work Zones
Photo Vans May Be Best Speed Tool
Police vans equipped with radar cameras to enforce the speed limit are the best available tool to force motorists to slow down in construction zones, according to a new study by University of Illinois … [Read more...] about Photo Vans May Be Best Speed Tool
Traffic Citation Fines are Double in Work Zones
Due to extensive flooding in southern Wisconsin, many roads need extensive repairs. With so many roads under construction, motorists now face the challenge of safely maneuvering through work zones. … [Read more...] about Traffic Citation Fines are Double in Work Zones
WSDOT to Use Camera Vehicle to Catch Construction-Zone Speeders
To improve safety in state highway work zones, a pilot program will be launched on Interstate 5 to catch speeders. It’s a high-tech camera-computer system inside a white van, with a big, … [Read more...] about WSDOT to Use Camera Vehicle to Catch Construction-Zone Speeders
In Work Zones, Safety Remains a Concern
Although the number of crashes in Pennsylvania state highway work zones decreased last year, the number of fatalities has remained high. Six years since the state passed legislation increasing … [Read more...] about In Work Zones, Safety Remains a Concern