The delivery driver economy, wherein services such as DoorDash, UberEats, Postmates, Instacart, and GoPuff deliver food from restaurants, minimarts, and even grocery stores, has fundamentally reshaped the way we interact with the food we eat. But it’s less examined how the explosion of delivery drivers has altered the characteristics of traffic. In highly urban areas,…
Read MoreSkateboards are a common sight across Maryland, Virginia, and Washington, D.C.—especially in busy urban areas, college campuses, and residential neighborhoods. They’re fast, convenient, and part of everyday life for a lot of people. But when a skateboarder collides with a pedestrian, the consequences can be serious. From a legal standpoint, these cases don’t always fit…
Read MoreStarting a running routine in the new year is a popular and positive goal. Running can improve cardiovascular health, reduce stress, and create a sense of consistency that many people look for when turning the page on a new calendar. But as more people lace up their shoes and head outdoors—often in winter conditions and…
Read MoreWinter weather in the Washington, D.C. metro area creates unique challenges for pedestrians. Shorter daylight hours, fluctuating temperatures, and a constant freeze-melt-refreeze cycle make sidewalks and roadways unpredictable. Add in heavy commuter traffic and dense residential neighborhoods, and it’s easy to see why winter pedestrian safety is such a serious concern across Maryland, Virginia, and…
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