Summertime Means More Distractions on the Road
School will soon be out, so more teen drivers will be on the road. California has several restrictions in place aimed at helping reduce distractions for teen drivers. During the first 12 months after getting a license, a minor driver may not: Transport passengers under the age of 20 unless accompanied by a licensed parent or another driver over the age of 25 Use a cell phone or any communication device—including hands-free devices—while driving However, teens are not the only distracted drivers on the road....
Top 9 Excuses for Speeding
The results are in. Carinsurance.com recently polled 1,000 drivers to find out the excuses they give if pulled over for speeding. Here are the nine most common responses in order of popularity: They didn’t realize they were speeding Late for work There is a medical emergency Have to use the bathroom Didn’t see a speed limit sign Say they were going as fast as everyone else Are late to pick up or drop off a child Late for a doctor’s appointment Late for a court...
3 Ways an Attorney Can Help After an Accident
If you or a loved one has been in a car accident, you’re most likely reeling from a host of physical and emotional issues. Dealing with doctor’s appointments and other medical providers to get the best care possible for your injuries, adjusting to the new limitations the accident has put on your life, and dealing with the trauma of being in an accident is more than enough to handle. Our experienced attorneys are here to help relieve your burden and care for all aspects of...
Tracking Down Who’s Responsible in a Truck Accident
If you’ve been injured in a truck accident caused by negligence, you may think it's obvious that the truck driver was the one at fault. While the driver's actions certainly play a major role in the accident, there may be other entities whose negligence was a factor in your accident. Below are some possible sources a professional attorney will investigate on your behalf: Driver Error The errors truck drivers make are often the easiest to identify. Any of the following behaviors on the part of...
Do’s and Don’ts for Pedestrian Accidents
There are lots of good reasons to start a walking program these days: Helps maintain a healthy weight Promotes physical fitness Improve mental outlook Decreases the risk of many diseases But here in California, there’s also a downside to walking: pedestrian accidents and fatalities has risen significantly in recent years. California's pedestrian fatality rate is 25% higher than other states in the U.S. Many pedestrian accidents are caused by negligent drivers. Below are some do's and don'ts regarding pedestrian accidents: Do: Take precautions when walking....
Myths about Motorcycle Accident Cases
If you’ve suffered injuries in a motorcycle accident caused by negligence on the part of an automobile driver, you’re entitled to financial damages to cover the many expenses and losses you’ll likely be facing now and in the future. It may surprise you to learn, however, that collecting those damages may have some complications you didn’t anticipate. Below are some myths about motorcycle accident claims you may face: MYTH: Motorcyclists are reckless daredevils. TRUTH: In reality, most motorcyclists are aware of the severity of an...
Getting the Compensation You Need after a TBI
Being in an accident is traumatic enough, but if you or a loved one have suffered a traumatic brain injury—TBI—as a result it can be completely overwhelming. We all think we know how important the brain is—after all, it’s command central for our entire body. Most of us, however, are not aware of just how far reaching and devastating the results of a TBI can be. Some ways a brain injury can impair a person include: Memory loss Inappropriate behaviors Mania Temper outbursts Seizures Loss...
5 Mistakes Not to Make if You’re in An Accident
At [firm-name], we know that no one plans to be in a car accident. This traumatic experience can be a shock to the system, but it’s important that you keep your wits about you and not make mistakes when an accident occurs that can be damaging down the road. Below are five errors to avoid: Leaving the scene—if you’re involved in a fender bender and it doesn’t appear that anyone is hurt, you may think it’s okay to drive away. By law you must remain...
Who Are the Most Distracted Drivers?
Car accidents caused by distracted driving are a serious problem in our state and across the country. Often, we focus on distracted driving education and prevention for young people who seem inseparable from their cell phones and other devices. However, the new research from the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety may surprise you. They found that the age group that takes their eyes off the road for the longest amount of time were drivers ages 55-75. New Technology = New Distractions Interestingly, in a separate...
Impaired Driving Continues to be on the Rise in CA
The latest statistics on driving impaired reveal an interesting statistic. While the number of fatal car accidents linked to drinking and driving seems to be down slightly, the number of drivers killed in accidents who were found to have drugs in their system is on the rise. The combined effect of these two trends still means a high number of people are still driving and dying on our roads due to impaired driving. The use of drugs and alcohol have similar debilitating effects on the...
