With sunshine for large parts of the year, California is an ideal place for cyclists. Some people choose this mode of transport to get to work each day, while others take a more leisurely approach. In any event, while cycling is an enjoyable activity and efficient...
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Year: 2022
Can you afford to fix your car after a California crash?
You may expect your insurance company to take care of you after a crash, but that isn't how the system actually works. The purpose of carrying car insurance is actually to protect yourself from liability, not necessarily to protect yourself from crash-related...
Are one-way roads safer?
If you usually drive on two-way roads, you may feel a bit out of your element if you find yourself on a one-way street. In some cases, you'll have a one-way road with two lanes, meaning you can drive on the “wrong” side of the road. This can all feel a bit jarring,...
Avoiding car accidents while walking the dog
Some of the most dangerous car accidents to be involved in are pedestrian accidents. You don't think of something like walking the dog around the neighborhood as an extremely dangerous activity, but it does put you in harm's way. Any time that you're around cars,...
Signs of a TBI after a car accident
California roadways are busy. Many highways and freeways through the state are congested throughout the day and night. The high amount of traffic on the roads increases the possibility of an accident significantly. While all types of injuries can occur in a car...
The enduring health impacts of workplace discrimination
Gainful employment is fundamental to our financial security. Parents go to work to put their children through college. Newlywed couples work hard so that they can afford vacations, transport and even a new home. Young people enter the job market to build a brighter...
Front seats are getting safer
For decades, the conventional wisdom was that the back seat of a car was always the safest. It kept people farther away from the impact site in a head-on collision and it offered a bit more protection from having the padded seats around those individuals in the back....
Why don’t we wear helmets in cars?
If you ride on an exposed vehicle, such as a motorcycle or a four-wheeler, it's common advice that you should certainly wear a helmet. It can protect against serious head injuries. This is the same reason that parents teach their children to always wear a helmet when...
Is retaliation possible after exposing work safety violations?
Yes, retaliation is a real possibility for concerned Bay Area, California, employees that report workplace safety issues and violations. It is a conundrum for many because they need their job and don’t like to make waves. At the same time, however, they fear a...
Pets: Distractions that could cause crashes
People love their pets, and they should. They bring joy to their lives and are fantastic companions. At the same time, they can create a hazard if they aren’t buckled in. Pets that have free range in a vehicle or who are held in their owners’ laps could end up causing...