Eating while driving is seen as a way to save time. Instead of sitting down to eat, people choose to do so while going to work, school or an errand. But eating can distract a driver, increasing their chances of causing an accident. Here is why eating while driving is...
Personal Injury
What factors can increase crash risks for teen drivers?
There is no absolute way to prevent collisions, but specific age groups, such as teenagers, can be more prone to crash risks. Teen drivers often feel excited to get behind the wheel when they get their licenses. Driving allows them to be free and independent, helping...
Ensuring safety as a bicyclist on busy California roads
Bicycling is a fantastic way to get around, offering both healthy exercise and an environmentally-friendly mode of transportation. But sharing the road with cars and trucks, especially on the bustling roads of California, can pose significant safety challenges. The...
If smartphones distract drivers, can they also protect them?
When distracted driving comes to mind, we almost always associate it with smartphone usage. There is a multitude of reasons that could take a driver’s eyes off the road, mind away from the task or hands off the steering wheel. But a smartphone’s addictively convenient...
What steps should you take after a car accident?
A car accident can cause serious physical and emotional harm and make it harder for you to go back to living a normal life. If you recently got involved in a collision, it may take some time for you to go back to work, school and your other regular activities. Motor...
Broken bones from head to foot are common in car crashes
Vehicle crashes are often the cause of orthopedic injuries, and the location of a fracture or dislocation depends on your position upon impact. What are the most common orthopedic injuries resulting from a collision, and what happens next? Broken bones Bone fractures...
4 dangerous road hazards that can cause accidents
If you experience a moving vehicle accident, it is not necessarily the case that you or another driver are to blame. Improperly maintained roads can be host to circumstances outside of a driver's control. Personal injuries incurred as a result of defective roads can...
How may road agencies enhance crosswalk visibility?
There are different reasons why a crosswalk may fail to alert drivers to the presence of pedestrians. Sometimes there is insufficient lighting to illuminate the walk, or the structure of the road curvature minimizes crosswalk visibility. Regardless of the reason, road...
California Court of Appeal Rejects the City of Oakland’s Appeal and Allows Ghost Ship Plaintiffs’ Cases to Go Forward.
After two protracted hearings in the trial court and an appeal to the California Court of Appeal, First Appellate District, Division Two, the Plaintiffs in the Oakland Ghost Ship fire tragedy of December 2, 2016 have successfully overcome the City of Oakland’s...
What Do I Do If I’ve Been Hit by a Car at an Intersection?
Let’s say you’re on a walk and decide to cross an intersection using the nearest crosswalk. Suddenly, an impatient driver decides they don’t want to wait for the light and rushes to cross, hitting you in the process. Victims of these pedestrian accidents usually...