Why have there been so many more car accidents in Los Angeles lately? Driving to work and running errands may be a lot more dangerous than you think. While many people in California and throughout the nation drive on a daily basis, they may not know of the increased...
Do you have the right safety equipment in your car?
Have you checked to see if your vehicle has the required safety equipment? When you’re traveling, it’s not a bad idea to have a safety kit in your vehicle. A good safety kit is protective and has the items you need for minor car repairs, minor-to-moderate injuries and...
Risks of distracted driving for teens
What are the risks involved when teenagers are behind the wheel? In 2018, distracted driving was a factor in 9% of all motor vehicle fatalities involving teens. This is not to say that all the teens who died were drivers becoming distracted. Some may have been...
What is inattentional blindness?
What exactly does it mean to be inattentively blind? Inattentional blindness exists as a mental phenomenon that most people will actually experience multiple times throughout their lives. In normal, daily life, it is not often an issue. However, it can potentially...
Negligent entrustment explained
Negligent entrustment is when a car owner fails to use caution when loaning their car. For car accident victims in California, the desire to seek legal action against those responsible for their collisions is often overshadowed by their immediate needs to deal with...
How California’s motorcycle laws differ from other states’
What sets California's motorbike regulations apart from those of other state. California is a popular destination for motorcyclists. Plenty of people who live in the state use motorcycles as a regular form of transportation because they can ride them all year round....
Appeal protection aims to fast-track pedestrian safety projects
The goal of the appeal protection is to speed up pedestrian safety projects. There are ways to deal with pedestrian safety in the short term and long term. The short term involves individual choices such as safer driving practices and wearing brighter clothes to be...
Reviewing data on bike accidents in California
Using available data, we conduct an analysis of bicycle-related crashes in California. If you ride a bike to work, as a way to get exercise or for any other reason, it is vital to exercise caution near traffic. California has great weather and many bicyclists enjoy...
Is that aggressive driving or just inattention?
Is that a case of aggressive driving or simple lack of attention? You likely encounter aggressive drivers almost every day. These are individuals who intentionally drive in a dangerous manner. Examples of things they may do include frequently changing lanes,...
How do you treat a bruise at home?
What can be done to treat a bruise at home? After a recent car accident, you sustained several injuries, including a few bruises. Even though you had a doctor examine you, you have yet to make a full recovery. How do you help the process? WebMD explains home treatment...