It's widely known that trucks have larger blind spots than average cars. Commercial truck drivers can seldom see behind or to the sides of their vehicles while driving. However, they know how to maneuver around these limitations and ensure the safety of all road...
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....
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
