Motorcyclists understand the elevated risk that riding an uncovered vehicle can bring about, especially in comparison to their covered counterparts. In particular, injuries to the head and neck rank as a top priority and prompt riders everywhere to strap on a helmet....
Motor Vehicle Accidents
What factors contribute to an older adult’s safety behind the wheel?
After facing serious damages in a motor vehicle accident, you may be looking for answers. If your accident involved an older driver, he or she may be at fault. When it comes to motor vehicle accidents, there are various factors that may increase a person's likelihood...
Is eating while driving actually dangerous?
Distracted driving of all kinds on California roadways is very dangerous. While most people would agree that somebody texting a friend or surfing social media on a smartphone while driving is certainly distracted, not everybody would peg a driver sipping a Coke as...
Man killed, woman injured in a motorcycle accident near Modesto
Motorcyclists in California no doubt enjoy the freedom that the unique natures of their vehicles offer. Yet the escalated risk of suffering a serious injury in a car accident may offset that freedom. Knowing that risk, motorcyclists often remain ultra-attentive on the...
Are Bluetooth motorcycle helmet devices distracting riders?
Technology knows no bounds when it comes to application in society, and that includes so-called technological "improvements" to contemporary motorcycle helmets. Bluetooth technology for headphones is now a common feature in motorcycle helmets for California bikers,...
Vehicles are supposed to be maintained at all times
California law generally requires all vehicle owners to adequately maintain their vehicles. Failure to do so could result in a variety of penalties such as fines or a loss of driving privileges. In some cases, truck owners who fail to maintain their vehicles may be...
The dangers of distracted driving
Distracted driving can cause death and serious injuries in Pomona, California. Checking your phone for a text message from your mother might seem innocent enough, but it only takes a few seconds for you to get in a vehicular accident. Distracted driving can come with...
Outside experts help to establish the cause of a vehicle crash
Evidence gathered at the scene of a vehicle crash can provide significant information that assists in determining the cause of the accident. The legal team working on behalf of the crash victim may bring other professionals into the investigation, including accident...
What are universal helmet laws?
You may have heard of the universal helmet laws before and wondered who it applied to and how. Contrary to popular belief, universal helmet laws do not generally apply to cyclists and skateboarders, though separate laws may address their helmet needs. Universal helmet...
The dangers of rolling stops
During a California driver's test, one of the first things that examiners will be looking for is if you are stopping properly at every red light and stop sign. This means stopping the car entirely and not on top of the crosswalk. The reason for this is because many...
