deaths among young drivers higher in 2011
A new study by the Governors Highway Safety Association saw an over all increase in fatalities among 16 and 17 year old drivers, following several years of declines within that age group. The GHSA...
View Articlechances of a fatal accident go up on tax day
Be doubly careful on the roads over the next few days. A study led by Dr. Donald A. Redelmeier of the University of Toronto evaluated 30 years of data from the National Highway Traffic Safety...
View Articleapplebee’s offers settlement to family of dui accident victim
The popular restaurant chain Applebee’s has paid an undisclosed settlement to the family of a Texas boy who suffered brain injuries following a car accident involving a drunk driver. The parents of...
View Articledogs attack and bite a mother and son in newport coast
Three dogs were shot and killed by police following a dog bite attack that occurred early Friday morning. The incident took place at the Marriott Newport Coast Villas in Newport Coast. A guest of the...
View Articlenational freeway survey ranks the 405 as most congested
A traffic survey of the nation’s busiest roadways has found that the northbound 405 freeway through Los Angeles is the most congested route in the United States. In fact, six sections of the 405 were...
View ArticlePersonal Injury Victims With Attorneys Awarded More Money
Insurance companies’ own research shows that accident victims who retain a personal injury attorney receive an average of forty percent more money than those who attempt to settle their case on their...
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large numbers of travelers hitting the road around fourth of july
According to projections, more people are planning to hit the road around July Fourth than last year. Travelers should prepare for traffic, busy airports, and an increased number of officers patrolling...
View ArticleAetna Sued by California Doctors Over Coverage Denials
A class action lawsuit filed by the Los Angeles Medical Associates, California Medical Association, and a coalition of health care organizations claims that the insurance company Aetna Inc. routinely...
View ArticleFixed Gear Bikes Look Cool, But Can Be Dangerous
The number of sleek looking fixed-gear bikes on our roads is on the rise, potentially putting riders, pedestrians, and drivers at risk. These bicycles were originally developed for speed racing in the...
View ArticleAccident Rates Go Up in Rainy Weather
Vehicle accident rates increase dramatically when it starts to rain. Southern California roads are especially susceptible to dangerous conditions when rain first hits. Because it doesn’t rain often,...
View ArticleNew Study Says Distracted Driving Is Responsible for Even More Auto Accidents...
The National Safety Council has released several informative reports indicating that widely accepted motor vehicle accident statistics may be flawed. In California, it was said that about 20% of car...
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How To Share The Road With Motorcycles
As the driver of a car or truck it can be easy to overlook the importance of motorcycle safety. But the safety of motorcyclists involves everyone on the road, not just the rider. 75% of motorcycle...
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Frequent Questions People Ask About Dog Bites
The home is the safe haven for most families, and similarly the neighborhood is supposed to be a place where parents and children can be comfortable going on a walk, riding their bikes, or just...
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Talking To Your Teen About Safe Driving
There is perhaps nothing worse than the thought of your child in danger. Educating and safeguarding our loved ones can seem like a never ending task. By prioritizing efforts parents can greatly...
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Kids Can Be Dangerous Source of Distracted Driving for Parents
Distracted driving has been getting a lot of media attention recently. And with good reason. In many respects, driving distracted can be even more of a problem than driving drunk. In 2011 twice as many...
View ArticleReluctance to Sue Another Party Is Common
It is completely normal to be a little hesitant when deciding whether filing a legal claim is the right choice for you. This is largely due to misconceptions about the nature of personal injury...
View ArticleSafety Tips For Motorcyclists
Motorcycle are one of the most vulnerable vehicles on the road. There are no seat belts, no metal doors protecting you from impacts, and no airbags to cushion you in an accident. There are some safety...
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Pedestrian Killed in Temecula Traffic Accident
A pedestrian crossing Rancho California in Temecula was struck by a vehicle early Tuesday morning. The investigation is still ongoing and the names of both the driver and the pedestrian are being...
View ArticleModesto Motorcyclist Killed in Accident with Tractor-Trailer
A 30-year-old Modesto man was killed Tuesday afternoon in a motorcycle accident after colliding with a tractor-trailer truck on the connector ramp from northbound Highway 99 to westbound Highway 120....
View ArticleSemi-Truck Overturns Traffic Pole, Injuring Four Girls
Four girls, whose ages range from 9 to 14, were injured Monday in San Francisco when a big rig truck hit and knocked a traffic signal pole into the group. The accident occurred when a car cut off the...
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