The lack of proper training and inexperience of truck drivers is one of the leading causes of crashes between large trucks and passenger vehicles in California. Before a trucking company hires a truck driver, it has a legal duty to properly screen and train that driver. Proper screening and training
Traumatic brain injury, or TBI, is one of the most devastating injuries a victim of an accident can experience. A brain injury can change your life forever, making even the simplest task difficult to complete. These injuries can also change your personality, impact your speech, or cause neurological problems throughout
America is going green. As Americans embrace alternative transportation to reduce pollution and their carbon footprint, they’ve increased their bike mileage. In fact, the number of trips made on bikes more than doubled to 4 billion in 2009. In some communities, bicycle-commuting rates have increased by nearly 500%. When more
Driving along California highways require care and attention to traffic regulations. Unfortunately, car accidents are sometimes inevitable despite our efforts. We may find ourselves entangled in the rising emotions that come after an accident to an extent where we forget to do crucial things. That is why we came up
Before you suffered at the hands and careless actions of another driver, you may have believed that car accidents only victimized people who drove poorly or that you would simply never be in a major car accident. However, they can happen to anyone and the statistics are staggering. According to
This is part of our ongoing series on car accident claims. Many of us will experience a car accident. If this happens, do we know where to go for help? Do we know our rights? In the most tragic instances, car accidents can result in fatalities, but even the most
The following is the latest blog in our series on car accident claims. Thousands of accidents happen every day and the majority of us have no idea of what to do, how to get help and what our rights are. This series will supply some answers. According to the National
Pedestrians Laws in California Under vehicle code section 21950, pedestrians in marked and unmarked crosswalks always have the right of way. Drivers are expected to slow down and take any other necessary precautions to allow pedestrians to cross roads safely. However, pedestrians must still act responsibly and are prohibited from
A fallacy of forgiveness in accidents prevents victims from getting their fullmeasure of compensation to allow them the best possible chance at healing. Fewlocations is this more prevalent then in the workplace. We spend a great deal oftime away from family and friends to not only keep a roof over