The maneuvers that drivers perform while in control of motor vehicles help them to reach their destinations safely and to respond appropriately to changes in traffic conditions. When motorists approach an intersection, they will typically perform one of three...
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Drivers’ habits are often distracting
Distracted driving is an interesting phenomenon. It’s very clearly dangerous and causes thousands of accidents every year. Many of these car crashes lead to injuries or even fatalities. It’s a well-known issue that all new drivers are taught about in driver’s ed and...
Why are motorcycle accidents often more catastrophic than car accidents?
Over 800,000 motorcycle riders in California would almost certainly agree that the best way to get around is on two wheels. Whether riding to work or cruising down Pacific Coast Highway, there’s nothing like feeling the wind as you travel on the open road. Those same...
2 investments that can reduce harm caused by motorcycle crashes
Motorcycles are efficient, but they are somewhat dangerous when compared to other types of motor vehicles. Although the people who ride motorcycles usually need extra training and license endorsements, if they get into a crash, they are at elevated risk of severe...
Why truck underride crashes are so devastating
Other than head-on collisions, few types of accidents cause as many catastrophic injuries and deaths as truck override collisions. These crashes happen when a much smaller passenger car or truck slides beneath a semitruck either from the rear or from either side of...
Can a car accident result in “flat affect”?
If you have been in a car accident, you know that traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) are one of the most serious injuries -if not the most serious- that anyone can sustain. TBIs are complex and can lead to all sorts of other injuries aside from being an injury in and of...
Why it’s so hard to stop texting and driving
Texting and driving causes car accidents every day. It’s very dangerous and all drivers know that they’re not supposed to do it. In fact, even holding a phone in your hand while operating a vehicle is illegal in California. The idea is that people are not supposed to...
Why do some trucking companies ignore maintenance
Some trucking accidents occur due to poor maintenance. The suggested range for a basic truck service is 10,000 to 20,000 miles, and for a thorough maintenance check is 30,000 miles. This ensures the truck operates properly, keeping the driver and other road users...
Were you hurt by a defective power tool?
It’s no secret that the construction industry is dangerous. In fact, it is widely regarded as the most dangerous occupation, with numerous injuries and fatalities occurring each year. Accidents on construction sites occur for a number of reasons, but defective power...
Are you unable to work due to injuries suffered in a car crash?
Compensation after a car accident is supposed to cover your financial losses. Therefore, if the injuries you suffered in a crash caused by a negligent driver prevent you from attending to your regular work duties, you can recover the wages lost as part of your...