Probably the first advice that everyone gets about staying safe around traffic is to look both ways before they cross the street. Once they become old enough to drive, the same idea applies when crossing a street, perhaps at a two-way stop. It just takes a second to...
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Motorcycle safety is everyone’s concern
Motorcycles are the preferred way for some individuals to get around when the weather is nice. These vehicles provide a unique way to see the sights in the area, but they come with risks. Because there’s no protective frame around the motorcyclist, they’re in great...
How bike and helmet cams can help in a crash
Crashes between bicyclists and motorists generally result in far more serious injuries for the cyclist than anyone in the vehicle. If you were involved in a crash caused by a driver, it helps to have as much evidence as possible to back up your story – particularly if...
Is cycling getting more dangerous?
When you go out for a bike ride, whether you’re heading to work, enjoying yourself or trying to get in better shape, do you often feel like you’re just in danger the whole time? Does it seem like drivers around you have little care for the risks they pose and often...
Why do some drivers flee the scene of an accident?
Leaving the scene of an accident is illegal. When a driver leaves the scene without exchanging information with the other driver, it is known as “hit and run.” All states have laws that address leaving the scene of an accident. In California, penalties can include...
Motorcyclists face disproportionate fatality risks
Riding a motorcycle seems freeing, exciting and economically responsible. Some people ride their bikes to commute, others use theirs for fun. Many mix the two practices together. Regardless of the reason the ride, motorcyclists love their bikes and generally feel safe...
What’s the timeline of a typical personal injury case?
Every personal injury claim is as unique as the people involved and the specific facts of the case -- but most claims follow a fairly predictable pattern. If you’ve been injured in a serious accident, understanding what comes next can help quell your fears and give...
A bike lane, unfortunately, is just a line on the pavement
When riding your bike, you may have a bike lane along the right-hand side of the road. Many rural roads also have a small strip of pavement next to the shoulder. It may only be a few inches wide, but cars are supposed to stay to your left and you can ride on this...
Crash in San Diego tunnel leads to multiple injuries, deaths
A death due to a dangerous driver is one of the worst losses people can experience. Whether it’s a child, an adult or an elder, losing someone suddenly is painful and a shock to the system -- especially when the cause of the death could have so easily been prevented...
Don’t follow that hit-and-run driver
A hit-and-run accident feels fundamentally unfair. You’re already angry that someone hit you and potentially injured you or others in the car. But then they simply drive off, trying to run from their mistake and making your life worse. That’s when many people try to...