Why Pedestrian Deaths Are At A 30-Year High

It has never been more dangerous to be a pedestrian in California. According to the California Office of Traffic Safety, pedestrian fatalities increased by 26 percent between 2014 and 2018. More than 14,000 pedestrians were injured in traffic accidents in...

L.A. Drivers Warned to Stop Texting as Traffic Fatalities Remain High

In December 2019, a “die-in” was staged by advocates for traffic safety. On the steps of Los Angeles City Hall, protesters pretended to be dead to bring attention to the lack of progress towards eliminating traffic fatalities in the city...

I Closed My Business or Needed to Cut Back Significantly due to the Coronavirus Pandemic. Is There Anything I can do?

Nearly every American has been impacted in one way or another by the COVID-19 crisis. Perhaps you have lost a friend or family member, work on the front lines of the pandemic, or you have been furloughed or laid off...

Is My Church Liable If I Got Coronavirus After Attending Service During California’s Stay-at-Home Order?

The COVID-19 pandemic necessitates many difficult decisions. Decisions that most Americans never thought they would have to make. The health and well-being of the population had to be weighed against freedoms, maintaining regular life routines, and economics. Businesses have closed...

What Can I Do If An Elderly Family Member Lives in a Nursing Home With a COVID-19 Outbreak?

Life as we knew it has markedly changed with the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic. Many individuals, families, businesses, hospitals, and multiple other entities are having to conduct things in ways they would never have imagined only a few months...

Do I Have a Case IF I was on a Cruise Ship and Got COVID-19?

Over 270 cruise ships transport an estimated 30 million travelers annually. Passengers on these cruises come from different parts of the United States and even different countries. Cruise ships are inherently crowded places with closed environments that house people in...

UC Davis Study of the Covid19 Impact on Driving in California

Stay-at-home and shelter in place orders brought on by the COVID-19 outbreak have changed the lives of Californians in many negative ways. Children are not going to school, employees are working from home or worse are being let go from...

How To Manage A Business Interruption Claim During The Covid-19 Pandemic

With the spread of the coronavirus or COVID-19, businesses throughout the world have been forced to close their doors to prevent further contagion. Unfortunately, this has impacted the economy in an unprecedented way, and today, it is of utmost importance...

Personal Injury Victims and Treatment During Coronavirus

Many things have changed during the current statewide shutdown. The COVID-19 pandemic has shut down stores, restaurants, public transportation, schools, parks, and many other “nonessential services.” Even with current “stay at home” orders in place, it is still important for...

Will the Coronavirus Affect My Personal Injury Claim?

California is one of the hardest-hit states when it comes to the spread and severity of the coronavirus. It is also a state that has thousands of traffic accidents and resulting injuries and deaths every year. Having a pending injury...

Overview of the 2020 NTSB Bicycle Safety Research Study

The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has not analyzed bicycle safety in the United States since 1972. In the last several years, multiple safety issues concerning bicyclists and other at-risk road users have become evident in reports published by the...

Skipping L.A. Traffic in a Helicopter

‘Not a poor man’s way of transportation’ Helicopter travel has become popular throughout California in recent years. From technology executives in Silicon Valley to sports and entertainment figures traveling across Southern California, many wealthy Californians have found that the convenience...

California’s 2020 Car Insurance Laws and How They Affect You

Changes to California auto insurance law have given accident victims more options for compensation. As of 2020, you have the legal right to choose a cash payment instead of getting your vehicle repaired. Californians also have access to the expanded...

How The COVID-19 Shortage Is Causing More Delivery Truck Accidents

It makes sense that healthcare workers would be feeling the pressure from COVID-19 and its unbridled descent on Americans, but what the country did not anticipate was the burden it would place on our supply chain workers. Everything from toilet...

Despite the push to eliminate traffic fatalities – More people are dying on L.A. streets

Efforts to Reduce Traffic Fatalities on L.A. Streets Result in Continued Fatalities It was a clear afternoon in April when Frederick Frazier, being the good friend that he was, hopped on his bike to help a friend fix a flat...

Helping Your Kids Make the “Right Turn” – Prevention Tips for Parents

The average age of first alcohol use in the United States is now reported to be 12, driving home the point that it is never too early to encourage your teens to make wise choices regarding drugs, alcohol, peer pressure,...

What Is the California Motorcyclist Safety Program?

The California Highway Patrol (CHP) Motorcycle Safety Program (MSP) Unit is charged with co-leading and participating in a specific strategic highway safety plan. In conjunction with traffic safety stakeholders: the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV), California Department of Transportation (CDOT),...

California Legal Guide for Pedestrian Injury Victims

Table of Contents Everyone Is A Pedestrian Pedestrians are some of the most vulnerable road users on the roadways of California. Unlike vehicle occupants, they do not have the protection of a steel vehicle frame to protect them from the...

The Basics of Parking Lot Accidents

What Makes Parking Lots So Dangerous? Parking lots are one of the most common areas for collisions to occur. EHS Today reports that an average of fifty thousand accidents occurs in parking lots across the United States every year. While...

Are Airbags More Dangerous Than Good?

Table of Contents Recent reports from car insurance carriers found that over 77 percent of drivers have been involved in at least one car accident, making your chances of getting into a car accident during a 1,000-mile trip 1 in...

Bike Fatalities Are On the Rise in California

Table of Contents Despite safety gear and awareness campaigns, fatal bike accidents continue to rise. California saw the highest rate for any three-year period between 2016 and 2018 since the mid-1990s. What’s even more concerning is that nationally the three-year...

Is it Illegal to Eat while Driving in California?

In our fast-paced society, most California drivers have no qualms about going through the drive-through to pick up their morning coffee and pastry or a sandwich for lunch. While this practice is highly convenient and can save a significant amount...

A Safety Guide to 15-Passenger Vans

Table of Contents California Car Accident Lawyers Committed to Promoting Roadway Safety Vans designed to hold ten or more occupants, including the driver, are known as full-size vans. They are a common sight on California roads, as they are convenient...

Top 10 of Motorcycle Crashes & How to Avoid Them

Being a motorcycle driver or passenger requires more risk than other types of vehicles. In fact, in 2017, 5,172 motorcyclists lost their lives to motorcycle crashes, according to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS). This fact shouldn’t come as...

The Definitive Guide To Car Seat Safety For Kids

Table of Contents Parents are constantly striving to find the best ways to keep their children safe and healthy. From protecting them from illnesses and bullying to preventing injuries when playing, moms and dads go to great lengths to shield...

The 2024 Motorcycle Rider’s Advanced Safety Guide

Safety should always be your top priority any time you ride a motorcycle. Operating a motorcycle takes different skills than driving a car; however, the laws of the road apply to every driver just the same. Motorcyclists also face a...

Help! I Was the Victim of Hit-and-Run Accident

Table of Contents California Auto Accident Lawyers Helping Hit-and-Run Victims Recover Compensation Any auto accident is a stressful event, but if you are the victim of a hit-and-run crash, you will have additional complications to worry about. The good news...

The Beginner’s Guide to Calculating Personal Injury Compensation

Table of Contents Calculating Personal Injury Compensation: How Much is Your Personal Injury Case Worth? Insurance adjusters will provide you with their calculations regarding the value of your personal injury claim. Can you trust that their valuation represents your losses?...

Ultimate Teen Driving Guide 2024 – Best Safety Tips & Practices for Young Drivers Based on NHTSA Recommendations

Table of Contents Driving is a rite of passage for many teenagers. Although people believe that driving lessons end after acquiring a driver’s license, this is not always the case. Advancing your driving skills is a lifelong process. Driving is...

What You Need to Know if You are a Passenger in a California Car Accident

What to Do If You’re Injured in a Car Accident as a Passenger in California It can be difficult for anyone to navigate the claims process after an auto accident, but if you were a passenger in a car accident,...

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