Semi truck accidents often result in severe injuries and complex claims due to the size of commercial vehicles and the regulations that govern them. Victims may face physical, emotional and financial challenges shortly after the incident. Understanding the next step...
Many pedestrian crashes occur at unmarked crossing locations. Safety experts generally recommend crossing the road at crosswalks and other marked locations to ensure that drivers notice pedestrians. Parking lots are a shared space where people and vehicles are in...
Semi-truck collisions can be devastating incidents. The drastic size difference between passenger vehicles and semi-trucks can lead to overwhelming damage to the smaller vehicle and potentially deadly injuries for its occupants. According to the Federal Motor Carrier...
Certain styles of motorcycles are relatively large and loud. Some riders even modify their motorcycles to make them noisier. Although motorcycles are often eye-catching, drivers who hit motorcycle riders might claim that they didn't see the motorcycle. While that may...
Any car crash has the potential to produce severe or deadly injuries. Details about the circumstances influence the likelihood of a tragic outcome. The speed of the vehicles, the size of the vehicles and even the location of the crash can influence the severity of the...
Mornings and afternoons should feel routine: walking to school, waiting for the bus or crossing familiar streets. For families, these moments are built on the trust that drivers will slow down and pay attention where children are present. When that trust is broken,...
Recently, the Los Angeles Times ran an article on the “most annoying offenses” area drivers commit. While the offenses listed can indeed be annoying, they can also be highly dangerous. Most drivers throughout LA County encounter other motorists engaging in these...
Jackknife crashes remain one of the most serious hazards involving large commercial vehicles because they involve a complete loss of control. A jackknife occurs when the tractor and trailer fold toward each other, creating a sharp angle that can sweep across lanes...
Many people listen to music in the car. Some drivers would tell you that they have the radio on every time they get behind the wheel. Even if they do not listen to the radio, they may have albums or playlists that they stream from their phone. In some cases, calming...
Pedestrian crashes are among the most devastating car wrecks. When a vehicle strikes a pedestrian, they are vulnerable to severe traumatic injuries. Frequently, pedestrian crashes occur when drivers fail to check their surroundings or pedestrians step out in front of...
