Category Archives: Auto Accidents
How to Prevent Falling Asleep at the Wheel
Drowsy driving is a leading cause of car crashes across the United States. Studies have shown that going without sleep causes the same impairment to driving as drinking alcohol. Being awake for 18 hours is the same as driving with a blood-alcohol content (BAC) of 0.05%, which is enough to be impaired. Being awake… Read More »
Multiple Passengers Killed in Antelope Valley Crash
Two passengers were killed on a recent Sunday when a pickup truck lost control passing another vehicle on Highway 138. As this accident indicates, although the number of traffic crashes around the Los Angeles area dropped precipitously for much of 2020 as a result of the coronavirus pandemic, those figures appear to be climbing… Read More »
California Car Seat Laws in 2020
Every year, around 100,000 children under the age of 12 are injured in car accidents across the country. California has enacted strict regulations concerning the use of child automobile restraints to protect children from injury. The state is constantly updating those laws to account for new technology and updated knowledge on traffic safety. Learn… Read More »
Motorcyclist Killed in Head-On Collision in Palmdale
Thousands of Californians enjoy riding motorcycles. They can be a fun, cost-effective, and fuel-efficient means of transportation, and bikers in California enjoy advantages like being able to split the lanes of traffic to get out of jams and slowdowns. Motorcycles remain dangerous, however. Motorcycle riders are more than 28 times as likely to suffer… Read More »
The Long-Term Dangers of Soft Tissue Injury After a Car Accident
Not all car accident injuries are readily apparent. While a broken bone or a cut from shattered glass is clearly identifiable, other injuries may be hidden for days or weeks after an accident. Some injuries may appear minor but develop over time. Particularly in minor to moderate impacts, soft tissue injuries can develop and… Read More »
Truck vs. Car Accidents
Semis, eighteen-wheelers, tractor-trailers and other large trucks are necessary and important parts of the national economy. Long-haul truckers serve an important purpose. Unfortunately, large trucks also create significant additional dangers for drivers on California roadways. If you find yourself in an accident with a large truck, it is important to get professional legal help… Read More »
Pregnant Woman Killed in Lancaster Crash With Suspect of Police Pursuit
A terrible tragedy occurred on a recent Monday night in Lancaster when a police chase ended in a fatal car crash. A reckless driver fled from police during a traffic stop, leading to a high-speed chase and a collision with an innocent passer-by. To learn more about the accident and the victims, continue reading…. Read More »
How to Avoid Being Hit by a Drunk Driver
Drunk driving remains one of the biggest dangers on the roads in California and across the country. Harsh punishments for DUIs and punitive damages in civil cases can only go so far to deter drivers from getting behind the wheel while intoxicated. People will drive drunk, and other responsible drivers must act accordingly. To… Read More »
Traffic Deaths in California Back on the Rise
The COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic has had a number of unexpected effects on nearly every aspect of our daily lives. Some effects actually put a bit of a silver lining on the situation: With fewer people commuting to work and recreational activities every day, the number of serious traffic accidents in California and across the… Read More »
What to Do When the Insurance Company Rejects Your Auto Accident Claim
A serious car accident is a jarring and potentially life-changing experience. You may be facing time away from work, recovery from serious injuries, as well as mounting medical and property damage expenses. To add insult to injury, auto insurance companies often try to reject injury claims, even where fault seems clear-cut. You are then… Read More »