elderly drivers

Here's the latest story that should reinforce why it is important to retest elderly drivers.

Her mother-in-law was 89 years old and suffering with dementia and she was getting worse.

You've observed your elderly loved one over time, you've recognized some of the warning signs, you've had the difficult discussion and together, you've both decided that it's time for that person to give up their car keys. So, now what?

You've observed an elderly loved one over a period of time, you've picked up on all of the warning signs and you're absolutely sure that it is no longer safe for them to get behind the wheel and drive.

Driving signifies independence, but as people age, the body changes, reaction times are different and it may not be as easy or as safe as it once was.

If you’re a teen, you’re going to be keeping that red sticker on your car. The New Jersey Supreme Court upheld Kyleigh’s Law today, ruling unanimously that requiring the decals doesn’t violate privacy laws or constitute unreasonable search and seizure.

Senior citizens represent about 17 percent of the driving population in New Jersey and while many are still very active and able to get behind the wheel with no problem, there are others who are literally taking a risk every time they get in their car and hit the road. People are living longer and are staying healthier longer, so one active 65 year old may be completely different than another. What can the state do in terms of driver testing?

If you haven't seen the video of this story yet, it is definitely worth watching.

Yesterday we took calls on the news that a 77 year old bus driver and his 78 year old bus aide didn't do their jobs properly and forgot a special needs student, leaving him locked on the bus at the end of their shift for nearly 3 hours...

Is THIS what you want NJ? I'm telling you, if you don't start pressuring your lawmakers to grow a set and do something about elderly drivers, you're going to see more of these crashes. This one was in Florida. I want you to really watch this video...