Oil on the road can be deadly, especially if the spillage comes from a large truck. Unfortunately, this is something that happens, and many drivers are injured and even killed every year as a result. Why do truck oil spills happen, and who can be held liable for them?...
Whistleblowing helps uncover wrongdoing and protect the public. In California, new laws now protect more than just regular employees. Independent contractors can report illegal activities without fear of retaliation. This change shows that people understand how work...
Wrongful death lawsuits are a way for those who lose a loved one due to another’s negligence or misconduct to pursue justice. In cases where an individual's premature death is the result of either neglect or wrongful acts, a civil lawsuit may be possible. The people...
A traditional bike lane offers cyclists their own space to ride, usually near the shoulder of the road. But it’s just a painted line on the pavement. Many accidents happen when drivers make mistakes, such as a driver who uses the bike lane while making a right turn....
If you have been injured in a car crash, personal injury compensation could be an option. This is certainly the case if the crash was caused by another individual's negligence. Post-accident, the last thing on your mind may be compensation. However, after receiving...
Californians are used to voting on ballot propositions regarding issues from same-sex marriage to the legalization of recreational marijuana and a host of proposals that affect how the state spends taxpayer money. This November, the state minimum wage is in voters’...
Studies find that distracted driving, despite being illegal, is still very common. For instance, in one study, researchers determined that about 7.6% of drivers are using a smartphone at any given time. At this very moment, roughly 7.6% of the people on the road are...
Artificial intelligence (AI) has taken the world by storm, and it continues to be used in innovative ways. Unfortunately, some of those ways may inadvertently lead to discrimination when it comes to hiring, promotions and other employment practices. California is...
Pedestrians who regularly walk on or near public roads never know when they might cross paths with a dangerous driver. Pedestrian crashes can happen at 10:00 a.m. on a Tuesday or after a fun night out at the bar late one Saturday night. Joggers can get hit while...
California Senate Bill 961 (SB961) aimed to mandate underride guards on many commercial trucks, potentially improving road safety. It sought to address the alarming volume of state traffic fatalities by implementing measures to protect vulnerable road users. Despite...