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...
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...
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...
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....
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...
Accidents happen, and when they involve a car crash, the aftermath can be not only physically and emotionally taxing but also financially burdensome. One of the concerns that may arise after such an incident is the ability to claim salary compensation for missed work....
When car accident victims in California seek compensation, they usually deal with an insurance company rather than the reckless motorists who injured them. This places them in a difficult position because insurance claims adjusters are usually experienced...
Turning right after stopping at a red light in California is legal. Some lawmakers and citizens want to ban turning right at a red light. A rise in the number of pedestrians killed or injured in motor vehicle accidents has caused some people to rethink the safety of...
California has around 57,000 car accidents per year. Rear impacts and head-on collisions are two of the most common types of accidents in this state. Rear impact Most rear impacts are from drivers who are distracted or following too close to your bumper. In both of...
An automobile accident could leave someone suffering from injuries that leave them incapacitated. It could be weeks or months before the person recovers and gains lost mobility and physical capabilities. During that recovery period, the person could be out of work and...
