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NHTSA’s car safety rating system called outdated
You may have suffered severe injuries, even catastrophic injuries, in a car accident. This may be all the more frustrating if your vehicle happened to be highly rated for safety. Unfortunately, what a lot of California drivers don't know is that the five-star safety...
Motorcycle crashes account for a large number of traffic deaths
With a temperate climate in most areas and winding mountain and oceanside roads, California is in many ways a motorcyclist's dream. Riders can enjoy year-round transportation on a motorcycle, unlike in states that have colder winter weather. Additionally, there are...
When is a third party liable for your workplace injuries?
For most injuries that occur at a workplace, such as on a construction site, the worker has the protection of California's workers' compensation program to offset the personal losses associated with their injury or illness. However, there are circumstances in which...
Are shelters putting dangerous dogs back in homes?
Imagine this: You go to a shelter to adopt a dog. You fall in love with a dog that is described as happy or gentle by the shelter -- and the dog certainly seems docile. Then, the sedatives wear off and you’re faced with a dog that is suddenly aggressive or prone to...
If you’re attacked by a dog, know how to protect yourself
Dogs are supposed to be man’s best friend. That’s probably why so many people see one and trust that it’s going to be friendly. Unfortunately, that isn’t always the case. Dogs that are feeling unwell or that are of a poor temperament can attack people. Some are...
Car accidents get harder to handle after a hit and run
A car accident can take you by surprise, but it’s even more startling when the other driver speeds off. Acting appropriately in the aftermath could make a big difference in how things play out. There’s a hit-and-run in the US every 43 seconds. You could be part of...
Opioid use may be behind many fatal 2-car crashes
California drivers should know about a study published in JAMA Network Open because it concerns the role of prescription opioid use in many fatal two-car crashes. Analysts found that in these crashes, the drivers who were deemed at fault were twice as likely as the...
Five major causes of truck collisions
There are five common causes of large truck crashes that California drivers should be aware of. The first cause is connected to everyone: driver error. In fact, 81% of truck crashes that involve driver error are the fault of passenger vehicle drivers, not truckers....
Artificial intelligence may help keep drivers from distractions
Everything from smartphones and dashboard touchscreens to billboards and radio controls can distract drivers in California. That's why it's no surprise that distracted driving is a major cause of car accidents. Every day in the U.S., these accidents result in some...
Limits and regulations that truck drivers must follow
Trucks play a crucial role in the American economy. They are responsible for the transportation of goods across the country, and they can move a lot of product at one time. While these vehicles are important, they can also be dangerous for others on the road due to...
