One of the worst things you can do as a pedestrian is to allow yourself to become distracted. Walking near traffic exposes you to risks of injury, especially if you experience distraction. Even if you pay careful attention, an inattentive driver could make a dramatic...
What should you do if a hit-and-run driver totals your car and flees the scene? Car crashes dramatically interrupt your day. Rather than getting to work on time like you usually do or running some errands, you have to wait by the side of the road for the police. You...
How can you, as a motorcyclist, keep yourself safe on the road? Operating a motorcycle is a fun and freeing experience, but it can also pose quite a few risks. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, more than 5,014 motorcyclists lost their...
Drivers who are hit by an uninsured motorist must foot the bill. California requires that you carry liability insurance on your vehicle. To legally drive, you need proof that you have coverage in case you wreck someone else's vehicle or cause them significant...
Accident rates among pedestrians in California according to the statistic. Whether you like to get exercise, walk to work or walk to a nearby location without starting your car, you could find yourself walking near traffic for various reasons. As a pedestrian, you...
Who is to blame in the event of a multi-vehicle accident? Car accidents involving two vehicles are sometimes tricky enough, and so, you can imagine how much trickier a multi-car accident can get. What constitutes a multi-vehicle accident? A multi-vehicle accident,...
Identifying who was at fault in accidents involving lane splitting. Riding a motorcycle can make dealing with California traffic during your morning commute or running errands faster than driving a four-wheeled vehicle. You can split lanes and slip through traffic...
At What Point After a Personal Injury Should You Contact an Attorney? So, you were just in an accident, are considering hiring an attorney, and think to yourself “when is the right time to hire an attorney? Should I wait to see what the insurance company does or hire...
The annual increase in pedestrian fatalities has set a new high. According to the Governors Highway Safety Association, the number of pedestrians fatally struck by motorists showed an increase of 21% between 2019 and 2020. As noted by the GHSA's report, 485 California...
What are the most common reasons for, and causes of, bicycle accidents? While many people may associate bicycles with fun times on bike trails outside, heavy traffic and other factors can leave cyclists at risk. Knowing some of the possible safety issues while on the...
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