[11-18-2025] Orange County, CA – 13-Year-Old Boy Killed After Being Struck By Vehicle at Dana Point Harbor Drive in Dana Point

A 13-year-old boy was killed after being struck by a vehicle in Dana Point on Tuesday morning, November 18, 2025. Deputies responded around 8:20 a.m. to Dana Point Harbor Drive and Park Lantern on reports of a crash involving a...

[11-18-2025] Solano County, CA – Pedestrian Killed in Suspected DUI Crash on Travis Boulevard Overpass in Fairfield

A pedestrian died after being struck by a driver suspected of driving under the influence in Fairfield early Tuesday morning, November 18, 2025. The crash occurred around 1:30 a.m. in the westbound lanes of the Travis Boulevard overpass near the...

[11-01-2025] Butte County, CA – Three Pedestrians Injured, Driver Arrested for DUI and Hit-and-Run on West 2nd Avenue in Chico

Three pedestrians were injured, and a 21-year-old Fairfield man was arrested for DUI and hit-and-run after a crash in Chico early Saturday morning, November 1, 2025. According to the Chico Police Department, officers responded around 1:52 a.m. to the 700...

[10-31-2025] Solano County, CA – Pedestrian Seriously Injured, Driver Arrested for DUI After Crash Near Sunset Avenue and East Travis Boulevard in Fairfield

A pedestrian suffered major injuries after being struck by a vehicle in Fairfield on Friday night, October 31, 2025. The crash occurred around 10:15 p.m. near Sunset Avenue and East Travis Boulevard. According to Fairfield police, the driver, identified as...

[11-01-2025] Los Angeles County, CA – Woman Killed After Being Struck By Vehicle on Avenue S Near 20th Street East in Palmdale

A woman in her 40s was struck and killed by a vehicle in Palmdale early Saturday morning, Novemeber 1, 2025. The crash was reported at 4:13 a.m. in the area of 20th Street East and Avenue S, according to the...

[10-22-2025] Santa Clara County, CA – Pedestrian Killed After Suspected DUI Driver Strikes Man on Highway 87 to I-280 Connector in San Jose

A pedestrian was killed after being struck by a suspected DUI driver near downtown San Jose on Wednesday evening, October 22, 2025. According to the California Highway Patrol, the crash was reported around 7:20 p.m. on the connector from northbound...

[10-10-2025] Riverside County, CA – Two Juveniles Seriously Injured After Being Struck by Vehicle on Highway 111 Near Adams Street in La Quinta

Two juveniles were hospitalized with major injuries after being struck by a vehicle while riding their bikes across Highway 111 near Adams Street in La Quinta on Friday evening, October 10, 2025. According to the Riverside County Sheriff’s Department, deputies...

[10-08-2025] San Diego County, CA – Boy Injured, Driver Arrested for DUI After Two-Vehicle Collision in Encinitas

A boy was injured after being struck during a two-vehicle collision in Encinitas on Wednesday evening, October 8, 2025. According to the North Coastal Sheriff’s Station, deputies responded around 5:59 p.m. to a crash near the intersection of South Coast...

[10-04-2025] Kern County, CA – Woman Injured After Vehicle Crashes Into Home on Gage Street in Bakersfield; Driver Arrested

A woman suffered minor to moderate injuries after a car crashed into a home in Bakersfield early Saturday morning, October 4, 2025. According to the California Highway Patrol, the crash occurred around 1:46 a.m. in the 1900 block of Gage...

[10-06-2025] Madera County, CA – 25-Year-Old Man Killed, Driver Arrested for DUI and Vehicular Manslaughter Near Yosemite and Elm Avenues

A 25-year-old man was killed after being struck by a vehicle near Yosemite and Elm avenues in Madera on Monday evening, October 6, 2025. According to the Madera Police Department, officers responded around 7:00 p.m. to reports of a man...

[10-03-2025] San Bernardino County, CA – 13-Year-Old Boy Critically Injured After Being Struck by Vehicle on Nisqualli Road in Victorville

A 13-year-old boy was critically injured after being struck by a vehicle on Nisqualli Road in Victorville on Friday night, October 3, 2025. According to the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department, deputies, along with Victorville Fire Department personnel and American...

[10-04-2025] Riverside County, CA – Pedestrian Struck by Vehicle Dies at Dexter Avenue and 11th Street in Lake Elsinore

A pedestrian died after being struck by a vehicle in Lake Elsinore on Saturday, October 4, 2025. According to Riverside County Sheriff’s Sgt. Brad Foster, the crash occurred around 12:53 a.m. at Dexter Avenue and 11th Street. Deputies learned that...

When Do Most DUI Accidents Occur?

Driving under the influence (DUI) remains one of the leading causes of traffic accidents in the United States, resulting in countless injuries and fatalities each year. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), 32% of all fatal crashes...

Keeping Roads Safe: How To Report A Drunk Driver

You’re driving down the road when you notice a car swerving between lanes or making erratic maneuvers. You wonder, “Is this driver drunk?” What should you do in this situation? Unusual, unpredictable vehicular movements could be signs of impaired driving,...

California Highway Patrol (CHP) Grants $27 Million To Fight Cannabis-Impaired Driving

TL;DR: The California Highway Patrol granted $27 million to fight cannabis-impaired driving after data showed 42% of drivers killed in crashes tested positive for drugs. The funds support toxicology labs plus police training to speed evidence testing, increase DUI enforcement,...

Helping Your Kids Make The “Right Turn”: Prevention Tips For Parents

TL;DR: If your child’s ride home is an intoxicated driver, the risk of a drunk driving crash is high and teens face severe or fatal injuries. Drunk teen drivers often cause alcohol-related accidents, which can trigger liability claims against the...

DUI Arrests During The 4th Of July Holiday Were Higher In 2019 Than 2018

TL;DR: California DUI arrests more than tripled during the July 4 holiday, with 589 arrests and 12 crash deaths reported statewide. Impaired drivers put holiday motorists at risk of serious crashes, and victims can file injury claims against the at-fault...

The 20 Best Driving Tips For An Extra-Safe 4th Of July On The Road

The 4th of July, also known as Independence Day in the United States, represents a symbolic day in the heart of each American. The first week of July is typically one of the busiest American traveling periods of the calendar...

What Is Prop 213 And How Does It Affect California Drivers?

Proposition 213, officially called The Personal Responsibility Act of 1996, was brought to the voters in California and was an initiative measure that limited the ability of uninsured motorists, drunk drivers, and felons injured during their crimes to pursue certain...

Sunday Was The “Super Bowl” of ALL Accidents

TL;DR: Super Bowl Sunday drunk driving crashes spike sharply, with alcohol-related fatal and injury wrecks rising up to 117% in some counties. Impaired drivers face liability for deaths and serious injuries, and the first hour after the game carries the...

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