Drivers speeding through work zones create a substantial risk of injury or death to flaggers and other construction crew workers within highway work zones. In 1994, a new law was enacted by the … [Read more...] about Work Zone Safety Legislation: Work Zone Safety Legislation Gives Workers Added Protection
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Work Zone Safety Is a Top Priority
The good news is that some motorists who are inattentive or speed in Kansas work zones receive a ticket with double fines. The bad new is that some motorists who are inattentive or speed in Kansas … [Read more...] about Work Zone Safety Is a Top Priority
Steeper Penalties Not Slowing Work Zone Speeders
Despite stiffer fines and thousands of additional speeding tickets, Texas motorists apparently have not altered their aggressive driving through highway work zones, transportation experts say. Texas … [Read more...] about Steeper Penalties Not Slowing Work Zone Speeders
Alabama Doubles Speeding Fines in Construction Zones
Alabama became the 28th state to double speeding fines in construction zones Wednesday. The new law doubles fines from $20 to $40 for someone driving less than 25 mph over the speed limit in a … [Read more...] about Alabama Doubles Speeding Fines in Construction Zones
For Road Crews, Danger Speeds 3 Feet Away
If you've ever had to change a tire on the side of a busy highway, you know how unnerving it is when a car or truck zooms past a few feet from you. Imagine trying to change that tire while your car … [Read more...] about For Road Crews, Danger Speeds 3 Feet Away
Road Warrior Q&A: Double Fines Work
Question: When are the double penalties for work-zone speeders in effect' Answer: Double fines for speeding in work zones apply only when workers are present and only if there are signs designating … [Read more...] about Road Warrior Q&A: Double Fines Work