A Closer Look at Car Accident Statistics at Night

A closer look at car accident statistics at night reveals chilling details. One figure in-particular, tells the sad tale of how dangerous roadways are after the sun goes down — more than 40 percent of all road fatalities happen at night, even though there’s 60 percent less traffic. What’s more, car drivers and passengers are approximately at three times more risk at being involved in a traffic fatality at night, compared to any time of day, according to research conducted by the National Safety Council. A Closer Look at Car Accident Statistics at Night Although it’s reasonable to assume the number of car crashes would be [...]

By |2020-08-01T15:15:31-07:00December 10th, 2016|Car Accidents|Comments Off on A Closer Look at Car Accident Statistics at Night

Five Reasons Your Cell Phone is Important After an Accident

In the old days, it was always important to keep a camera, note pad and pen in your glove box so you could take notes and document the scene in the event you were in an accident. But now, with available technology, your cell phone has replaced these. It is important when you have been involved in an auto accident for several reasons. Basically, it’s a one-stop device for all you need to do immediately following a crash. Whether it’s a fender-bender or more serious accident, your smartphone is a smart way to capture the moments, images, and more. Of course, it’s a good idea to [...]

By |2019-04-18T20:38:09-07:00December 8th, 2016|Car Accidents|Comments Off on Five Reasons Your Cell Phone is Important After an Accident

Please Change Your Wiper Blades Annually

Did you know that 90 percent of all driving decisions are based solely on a person’s vision? That statistic should come as no surprise considering what we can see determines our actions and reactions when driving. It’s your car’s wiper blades which help to keep the windshield clear so you are able to see what’s in front of you. Unfortunately, it’s common for drivers to replace wiper blades several years after they’ve gone bad in their first six to twelve months. Please Change Your Wiper Blades Annually for Safety Reasons Wiper blades are a very important safety feature to any car. Yet, too many drivers do [...]

By |2018-05-26T12:14:48-07:00December 2nd, 2016|Car Accidents|Comments Off on Please Change Your Wiper Blades Annually

Are Medications More Dangerous to Driving than Alcohol?

Everyone knows that driving under the influence of alcohol is dangerous and illegal in California as well as every other state in the union. However, driving under the influence of drugs – including prescription drugs and over-the-counter medications – can be every bit as dangerous or even more so. It can also result in serious DUI charges. Whether it is a muscle relaxer or medical marijuana, an antihistamine known to cause drowsiness or a judgement impairing pain killer, there is no excuse for driving under the influence of drugs, not even your doctor’s orders. Medical professionals should explain the side effects of drugs they prescribe, but [...]

By |2018-05-26T12:15:23-07:00November 30th, 2016|Car Accidents|Comments Off on Are Medications More Dangerous to Driving than Alcohol?

Has Legal Pot Led to More Traffic Deaths?

How has the legalization of recreational marijuana use affected the number of fatal traffic accidents? Supporters of pot prohibition warned that the numbers of pot smokers on the road would increase along with the number of fatal crashes. To determine if that has happened let’s look at statistics from two states who have legalized recreational pot smoking – Washington and Colorado. Statistics in Washington State show that the number of drivers in fatal crashes, testing positive for marijuana, increased from 8% to 17%, equating to an increase of 50 percent. Does this mean that the marijuana use is causing more accidents or that more people are [...]

By |2018-05-26T12:16:16-07:00November 25th, 2016|Car Accidents|Comments Off on Has Legal Pot Led to More Traffic Deaths?

What to Do After a Hit and Run Accident

California law requires drivers to stop after being involved in an auto accident. Unfortunately, not all drivers obey the law. It’s routine to see drivers speed or engage in distracted behaviors, such as texting, eating, and more. Because there’s a plethora of distractions competing for our attention at all times, we take our focus off the road. Even when paying attention to the cars around us, it’s still possible to be surprised. For these and a variety of other reasons, hit and run accidents occur. So, it’s very important to know what to do after a hit and run (as well as what not to do.) [...]

By |2018-05-26T12:21:01-07:00November 15th, 2016|Car Accidents|Comments Off on What to Do After a Hit and Run Accident

Distracted Driving Accidents on Rise Due to Pokémon Go Players

Back in July of this year, a police body cam video went viral, showing three Baltimore MD police officers standing and having a conversation when an SUV suddenly slams into their parked patrol car. Moments later, the driver emerges from the SUV, which came to a halt hundreds of feet down the street, with phone in hand saying “That’s what I get for playing this dumb game.” It was not the game that was dumb. Fortunately, no one was injured. Many people thought this video was funny, leading to it going viral. However, there is nothing funny about distracted driving. In fact, of the 421,000 people [...]

By |2016-11-11T08:08:13-08:00November 11th, 2016|Car Accidents|Comments Off on Distracted Driving Accidents on Rise Due to Pokémon Go Players

Auto Accidents and Concussions

Auto accidents and concussions go hand-in-hand. Sadly, too many car accident victims experience mild to severe concussions and might not know about the condition for a day or more thereafter. This is because of a common misconception that those who experience a concussion will always lose consciousness. But you don’t have to be knocked-out cold to suffer a concussion. You might not even experience a lapse in memory, but are unable to recall what happened right before the accident. What’s more, people who suffer a concussion might not have outward, visible head injuries, like cuts and bruises. Auto Accidents and Concussions What’s most important to understand [...]

By |2018-05-26T12:26:19-07:00November 4th, 2016|Car Accidents|Comments Off on Auto Accidents and Concussions

Why You Should Carry Higher Uninsured Motorist Coverage

Imagine you are stopped at a red light, patiently waiting for green, when you hear a screech of tires and out of nowhere, a car rear-ends you. You are hurt from the car accident, incur medical expenses, and maybe miss some work. Most people believe the insurance of the at-fault driver will pay you for your loss. But that’s not always the case because the driver may have purchased only the state minimum requirement. So, unless you have Uninsured / Underinsured Motorist Coverage (UM), you will be limited to what the at-fault driver purchased. Although uninsured motorist coverage is very beneficial, it remains an under-bought product. [...]

By |2018-05-26T12:27:54-07:00October 20th, 2016|Car Accidents|Comments Off on Why You Should Carry Higher Uninsured Motorist Coverage

The Liability Risks of Using Uber & Lyft

Everyone seems to use either Lyft or Uber. There are liability risks of using Uber and Lyft, but unfortunately, most people using these convenient ride-sharing services don’t think about it — that is, until they are involved in a car accident. The fact is, when you ride in any vehicle, you are always at-risk of being in an auto collision. You might or might not buckle-up when you hop into a Lyft or Uber car, and you certainly are not alone. Insurance and Ride-Share Services You might wonder if you have to wear a seatbelt while riding in a Uber or Lyft car and/or if you [...]

By |2018-05-26T12:29:22-07:00October 6th, 2016|Car Accidents|Comments Off on The Liability Risks of Using Uber & Lyft

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