Nearly Half Of The People Who Died In Car Crashes Weren’t Wearing Seatbelts

Table of Contents Safety Belts Prevented Approximately 15,000 Deaths In 2017. Shoulder belts and lap belts lower the number of total fatal injuries by approximately sixty percent for drivers and passengers in SUVs, trucks, and vans. Fatal injuries are reduced...

Red Light Running Happens Frequently And Is Often Deadly

Table of Contents An Estimated 143,000 People Were Injured In Red Light-Running Crashes In 2019 It may not seem like a big deal, but the consequences can be significant when a driver runs a red light. Drivers running red lights...

Pedestrian Deaths Have Increased 51% Since 2009

Table of Contents The vast majority of pedestrian deaths in traffic accidents are preventable. Despite the avoidable nature of these accidents, the number of pedestrian deaths that happen each year across the United States has increased by fifty-one percent since...

A Guide To Minimizing Risks Of An Accident When Driving In Or Around A 15-Passenger Van

Table of Contents Overview One of the most convenient automobiles available in the United States is the 15-passenger van. These vehicles are popular due to their ability to carry large groups of people from one place to another. A...

I Was Hit By A Commercial Truck. What Should I Do?

Table of Contents The majority of drivers attempt to avoid traffic collisions with commercial trucks. Accidents involving large commercial trucks are likely to cause serious bodily injury or death. Severe property damage is also likely if you are struck by...

The Evolution Of Automated Safety Technology For Vehicles

Table of Contents Technology has made our lives easier and more manageable in many ways. Monitoring the evolution of technology and making adjustments to it enhances its utility for those who use it. Continued efforts to improve tech in motor...

With Traffic Fatalities Rising, Is Vision Zero A Failure?

If Los Angeles residents and Vision Zero critics could grade the Vision Zero initiative right now, they’d likely give it much, if any, more than a zero. While admirable, this initiative has annually failed to meet or even come close...

What’s The Difference Between Bodily Injury And Personal Injury?

Bodily injuries and personal injuries seem similar, but they represent different types of harm. Both can affect the life of the victim for a short period or leave permanent effects. However, there are specifics that distinguish bodily injuries from personal...

After An Accident, Who Pays The Body Shop For Repairing My Car?

Table of Contents After an accident, determining who is responsible for paying the bill for your property damages is one of the key issues to resolve. However, navigating the process of having a repair shop paid and getting your car...

Outlining The California OTS’ 2021 Highway Safety Plan

Each year, the California Office of Traffic Safety releases a highway safety plan. The state's highway safety plan serves as an application for federal funds to be used for increasing traffic safety in the state. In the plan, the Office...

Highlights From The California OTS 2020 Annual Report

Each year, the California Office of Traffic Safety compiles a report about the office’s actions to reduce the risk of accidents on California roads. The annual report submitted by the California Office of Traffic Safety is available to the public...

What Should You Do After An Accident With A DoorDash, Postmates, Grubhub Or Other Food App Delivery Driver?

Since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, Americans have heavily relied on food delivery services to enjoy their favorite restaurant's food from the comfort of their own homes. Even before the pandemic, we relied on services like DoorDash, Postmates, Grubhub,...

California Traffic Safety Survey: 2020 VS 2019 Comparison

In 2020, the California Office of Traffic Safety surveyed safety concerns that California drivers had and compared the results with those from 2019. The California Office of Traffic Safety found that the overall safety concerns of drivers had changed in...

Prynsess Brazzle Commemorated By Ladot With A Rainbow Halo

Table of Contents Prynsess Brazzle Commemorated With A Rainbow Halo Prynsess Brazzle was a 22-year-old woman who was killed by a hit-and-run driver at the intersection of Pacific and Rose Avenues on August 22, 2021. Prynsess was a Georgia native...

The Real Dangers Of Winter Olympic Sports And Its Riskiest Games

The Olympics are exciting. The games are a show of the best there is in sports. We watch the Olympic Games to see the absolute majesty of the athletes who compete at that level. There are risks that Olympic athletes...

The Most Dangerous Cities For Pedestrians

In recent years, driving behavior on the roads has actually worsened, according to statistics. Speeding, reckless driving, and car accident rates spiked, even during the initial phase of the pandemic when fewer people were on the road. It is uncertain...

Should I Stop Driving When Pregnant?

Table of Contents Women who progress in their pregnancies may wonder if they need to restrict their driving to protect their offspring. The majority of pregnant women do not need to curtail their driving during the course of their pregnancies....

Front Crash Prevention Slashes Rear-End Crashes

Table of Contents Technology is constantly evolving. Often, advances in technology make us safer. As traffic increases year after year, the roads must be made safer. One technological advancement that helps keep drivers safe is a front-crash prevention system. The...

Can I Choose Which Body Shop Repairs My Car After An Accident?

Table of Contents Unfortunately, you were in a car crash that left your vehicle damaged and in need of repair. You will then carefully consider the next steps and how to safely get your vehicle back on the road. So,...

Limiting The Use Of Cell Phones In Company-Owned Vehicles

Distracted driving may sound like empty words, but for numerous families and loved ones across the country each year, the words “distracted driving” become synonymous with losing someone they cared for deeply. That is David Teater’s story. David Teater lost...

Red Light Running Deaths Hit An All-Time High

Drivers face numerous potential dangers every time they share the road with other motorists. A reality of sharing the road with others is that some drivers do not follow the rules of the road, such as adhering to the speed...

How Much is the Average Slip and Fall Settlement?

Table of Contents Premises liability cases often involve various types of accidents, including slip-and-fall incidents. Owners and occupiers of land have a duty to protect visitors and residents from unreasonably dangerous conditions. Many individuals who suffer injuries during premises liability...

What Damages Are Available In Wrongful Death Case?

If an individual loses their life due to another party’s negligent actions, the surviving family members and the surviving spouse may file a wrongful death claim, subject to eligibility and depending on the case. Wrongful death lawsuits allow eligible family...

How Many Trucking Accidents Are Caused By Cars?

Table of Contents Are Trucking Collisions Often Caused By Compact Cars? No driver or passenger wants to be involved in a car accident. Yet automobile collisions occur every day throughout the United States. Although drivers understand the laws regulating motor...

How Do You Prove Wrongful Death?

Surviving family members experience profound grief when a cherished family member dies. In some circumstances, the accident that caused the decedent’s death may be due to another party’s negligent behavior or intentionally harmful acts. Depending on the specifics of the...

How Long Will A Car Accident Stay On My Insurance Record In California?

Table of Contents Will A Motor Vehicle Accident Stay On My Insurance Record Forever In California? If you were involved in a motor vehicle accident, you might want to know how long it will affect your insurance policy. In California,...

What Should I Do If I’m Hit By A Drunk Driver?

Table of Contents Motor vehicle accidents caused by intoxicated drivers account for $44 billion in costs each year in the United States. A DUI accident victim lawyer understands how difficult it can be to recover from injuries sustained during an...

Frequency And Cost Of Crashes, Fatalities, And Injuries Involving Disabled Cars

Table of Contents Accidents involving disabled vehicles have increased the number of pedestrian deaths in the United States. If you have suffered an injury in a motor vehicle accident involving a disabled vehicle, contact an established law firm to schedule...

What Are The Causes And Effects Of A Road Accident?

Table of Contents What Causes An Accident And What Happens Next? Car accidents can be caused by many factors, but they usually fall into two main categories: driver error and vehicle defect. Pursuing compensation for our clients is our primary...

What Are The Brain Injuries Related To Car Accidents?

Table of Contents The Types Of Brain Injuries Caused By Automobile Accidents Motor vehicle accidents may cause serious bodily injury or death. Many victims who survive motor vehicle accidents suffer temporary or permanent disabilities. Every automobile accident is unique, and...

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