Category: Car Accidents

 

L.A. County Sheriff Says Fatal Car Accident Numbers ‘Out of Control’

Jun 7, 2021

2020 was a particularly dangerous year for drivers. The stay-at-home orders issued as a result of the coronavirus pandemic meant that roads and highways were virtually empty, with typical traffic and congestion reduced to historic lows. Consequently, many drivers exercised...

 

Who is Responsible for Uber or Lyft Accidents in California?

Jun 4, 2021

Although Los Angeles is primarily a driving city – we do love our cars, trucks, and motorcycles – we’re probably all considered pedestrians at one point or another throughout a typical day. And being a pedestrian in the Golden State...

 

The Importance of Preserving Evidence After a Car Accident

Jun 4, 2021

When a car accident occurs, the last thing you’re likely thinking about is what evidence can I gather to help prove my case? But when you’re injured as a result of that car accident, evidence can be the most important...

 

How Safe is Your Next Uber or Lyft Ride? A Look at Rideshare Safety Statistics

Jun 3, 2021

Whether it’s Uber or Lyft, using a rideshare service as a mode of transportation can be convenient and affordable. But regardless of which company you choose as a means of getting from Point A to Point B, ridesharing can also...

 

At What Age Can a Child Legally Ride on the Back of a Motorcycle in California?

Jun 2, 2021

California is the perfect place to enjoy a long motorcycle ride. Whether traveling up the coastline or into the mountains, the Golden State’s roads and highways can be filled with majestic scenery for motorcycle riders. As of 2019, California has...

 

The Top 6 Delayed Injuries That Can Linger After Car Accidents

Jun 1, 2021

Car accident injuries can range in severity, and while some people may notice symptoms immediately, others may develop issues days, weeks, or even months afterward. Adrenaline is a hormone secreted by the adrenal glands that can run particularly high when...

 

California Sees Increase in Motorcycle, Teenage Driver, and Bicycle Safety

Jun 1, 2021

Every year, California’s Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) releases its Annual Report, providing an overview of traffic safety statistics, as well as programs, activities, and initiatives put forth by the organization in the previous fiscal year. The 2020 report included...

 

What Should I Do (and Can I Sue) After a Tesla Autopilot Mode Car Accident?

May 28, 2021

If you follow the news, you may have heard various stories related to Tesla ‘Autopilot’ mode car accidents. According to Tesla’s website, the vehicle maker’s Autopilot function enables “your car to steer, accelerate, and brake automatically within its lane.” However,...

 

What to Do After a California Hit-and-Run Car Accident

May 27, 2021

Hit-and-run car accidents are not only incredibly frustrating, they can be dangerous – often resulting in serious injuries or even fatalities. And although hit-and-runs are occasionally reported on the news, they actually occur much more often than people may realize....

 

2020 Motor Vehicle Death Rate Increases 24% to Highest Level in 13 Years

May 26, 2021

While coronavirus pandemic lockdowns caused the majority of us to be stuck at home and only using our cars for essential errands, the roadway fatality rate paradoxically skyrocketed in 2020. As we noted in a blog from last September, early...


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