Pedestrian deaths from SUVs are increasing in California and across the nation. Safety agencies have been investigating the causes of this trend. These are some of the top contributing factors. Large size of SUVs Most SUVs weigh more than cars with two or four doors....
The frequency and devastation caused by hazmat trucking accidents
You may recall reading news stories of trains derailing throughout the United States. However, there has also been troubling recent data concerning commercial trucks transporting hazardous chemicals throughout the United States, including California. The alarming rise...
Do you have enophthalmos after your motorcycle accident?
Enophthalmos, also known as sunken eyes, is a health condition that could occur after a motorcycle accident. Around 82,500 motorcyclists in California sustain an injury every year from an accident. Enophthalmos is one of many types of injuries that you could have when...
Facial trauma from traffic accidents
Traffic accidents happen dozens of times a day in California, and some cause injuries. One of the worst places to be injured is on your face. Facial trauma can be particularly devastating since the face contains a large number of nerve endings, which makes these types...
Recognizing road rash and knowing how it can happen
California motorcyclists are keenly aware of the possible dangers they face when they take to the road. In a collision or a fall, they can suffer from a series of injuries. Broken bones, cuts, head injuries and spinal cord damage are just a few. Others, like road...
What are the most common injuries stemming from truck accidents?
Semi-trucks are a regular fixture in California. Many travel safely to the point where those sharing roads with them never think twice, but accidents can still happen. Unfortunately, they're devastating due to the vehicle’s size and weight. As such, those involved can...
4 things you shouldn’t do after a motorcycle accident
More than 812,000 licensed motorcycles are on California’s highways. That’s the second-highest total of any state. With so many motorcycles on the road, it’s even more important to know what you shouldn’t do in the moments following a motorcycle accident. Don’t admit...
What should you know about California truck accidents?
California relies on truckers to ensure the state's economy thrives. Yet the substantial number of truckers on the road results in high numbers of fatal truck driving accidents. Additionally, each year more than 3,000 truck accidents cause personal injuries. Becoming...
Medications can lead to car accidents in California
Taking prescription or over-the-counter medications can impact your ability to drive on California highways safely. Yet, many drivers self-report that they have taken these medications in the last 30 days and continued to drive. Medicines that can impair driving Many...
The risks of traveling too close to a semi-truck
Semi-trucks drive on public roadways across California, and many drivers of smaller vehicles come in proximity to tractor-trailers. Unfortunately, there are many instances of collisions between semi-trucks and cars. Therefore, drivers should be cautious when...