Motor Vehicle Accidents

Truck drivers are subject to federal hours of service regulations due to the nature of their profession. These regulations limit the number of hours truckers can be behind the wheel.  Driving for long hours without adequate rest will lead to physical and mental...

If you are like the millions of other people in the U.S., you likely use some form of social media daily. These platforms are great for keeping up with friends and family, posting funny stories and more. For situations where you are injured, like a car accident, you...

The laws that apply to motorcycles and motorcycle riders in California are mostly the same laws that govern four-wheeled motor vehicles. However, there are some differences, as well as some rules that motorcyclists may find confusing. Motorcycle riders who want to...

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...

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...

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,...

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,...

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....

 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...

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...