California law requires that motorcyclists wear U.S. DOT-compliant motorcycle safety helmets to protect themselves while riding. The majority of serious and fatal injuries during motorcycle accidents are head injuries. Wearing a quality helmet could save your life and...
Motorcycle accident statistics in California
There’s nothing better than riding a motorcycle on a perfect summer day. However, there are some serious risks associated with motorcycle riding in California. Alarming statistics Every year, states compile various statistics about motorcycle accidents to give riders...
Large trucks and buses often cause crashes
Vehicle collisions could do more than leave someone worried about fixing body damage. Collisions with semi-trucks or large buses may leave a car or several vehicles totaled while also leaving victims with catastrophic injuries. Crashes on the vast highways and roads...
Dirt bike injuries raise eyebrows
Dirt bike riding might not be for everyone, but the activity has many enthusiasts who take to the trails. Experienced dirt bike riders likely realize that it comes with risks. Those who participate in dirt bike racing could suffer a terrible injury after a bad turn....
Oversized vehicles and dangers to pedestrians
Keeping an eye out for oncoming traffic ranks high on the list of things pedestrians must do to keep safe. People face dangers not only when walking in areas with narrow or no sidewalks or when crossing busy intersections. Walking or jogging past a driveway or heading...
How can improper cargo loading lead to a truck accident?
Drivers in California regularly share the roads with commercial trucks. Sadly, serious truck accidents are likely to occur especially when cargo isn’t properly loaded or secured. What are the rules and regulations on cargo loading? The Federal Motor Carrier Safety...
Spike in fatal car accident rates in 2020
Few people in California could've predicted the increasing rates of traffic crashes. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reports annually on accidents and reveal emerging trends in driving. The 2020 data report on traffic crashes has revealed a...
SUVs and the dangers to pedestrians
Sport utility vehicles are popular among consumers, and they will remain top sellers for many years to come. These vehicles prove incredibly convenient for those transporting cargo and passengers, but SUVs pose some unique dangers. Pedestrians won't find themselves in...
Number of pedestrian accidents increasing sharply
Car accidents are very common in California and around the country. Sadly, many of those incidents involve pedestrians. Why are more pedestrian accidents occurring? Auto-pedestrian accidents have increased over the past few years. More people are out walking and...
Have you been injured in a rear-end collision?
Rear-end collisions are quite common on California roads. A distracted driver might not notice a car at a stop sign, and a minor collision occurs. Of course, even a slight impact could leave the victim with serious injuries. Rear-end accidents that happen at higher...