You are probably looking forward to a well-earned day off from work this Memorial Day. As well as paying your respects, it’s a great time to get together with friends, family and the local community. You also need to be aware that this marks the start of a...
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Dangers of a T-bone accident
On Behalf of Chihak & Associates | Mar 16, 2025 | Motor Vehicle Accidents
Any sort of car crash can be damaging, but T-bones are among the worst of all. They are particularly frequent at intersections, where vehicles are most likely to cross each other’s direction of travel. Let’s look at what makes these crashes so dangerous for a...
Could a listening choice explain a collision?
On Behalf of Chihak & Associates | Mar 14, 2025 | Motor Vehicle Accidents
What do you listen to when you are in the car? Maybe it depends on the time of day, who you are with or your mood. Today, drivers have a wealth of listening choices, from podcasts to music apps to multiple radio stations. You likely have your reasons for choosing what...
Don’t start the New Year with a hangover if driving
On Behalf of Chihak & Associates | Dec 31, 2024 | Motor Vehicle Accidents
If you are heading out to celebrate New Year’s Eve it is crucial to remember that drinking and driving do not mix. If you wish to drink alcohol, no matter how small the amount, it is best to have alternative transport arrangements in place to get back home afterward....
Cybertruck safety concerns
On Behalf of Chihak & Associates | Dec 3, 2024 | Motor Vehicle Accidents
There have been six recalls for Tesla's Cybertruck vehicle since its premiere in November 2023. Serious malfunctions in vehicle operations have prompted the issuance of each recall. This has raised concerns from the auto industry and consumers about the potential for...
Is California moving toward cars that tell us we’re speeding?
On Behalf of Chihak & Associates | Aug 26, 2024 | Motor Vehicle Accidents
There’s no doubt that speeding is one of the leading causes of fatal vehicle crashes throughout the U.S. Here in California, speed was a cause of about a third of all traffic deaths between 2017 and 2021. Concerns about the problem of deadly speeding on California...
Is the car’s back seat becoming a more dangerous place to ride?
On Behalf of Chihak & Associates | Jul 22, 2024 | Motor Vehicle Accidents
It used to be a given that riding in the back seat of a car was safer than riding in the front. Many accidents are head-on collisions, so being in the back seat means the passenger is farthest away from the point of impact. On top of that, having a padded seat in...
Why do large vehicles cause so many injuries?
On Behalf of Chihak & Associates | May 13, 2024 | Motor Vehicle Accidents
Over the years, studies have found that large vehicles can be very hazardous on the road. Specifically, researchers have called out the danger of tall vehicles with blunt front ends – like many modern SUVs and pick-up trucks. These designs can be exceedingly dangerous...
How do driving distractions happen? 3 causes
On Behalf of Chihak & Associates | Mar 27, 2024 | Motor Vehicle Accidents
Multitasking is someone’s ability to divide their attention and do more than one thing at the same time. For example, someone would be multitasking if they were talking on the phone as they make a meal. However, multitasking is also a leading cause of auto accidents....
Potential damages after a car accident
On Behalf of Chihak & Associates | Mar 16, 2024 | Motor Vehicle Accidents
If you get involved in a car accident, it may not be your fault. Maybe someone else ran a red light and T-boned your car. They were distracted by their phone and they didn’t see the light. You know that the fault lies with them, and the police report backs that up. As...
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