Category: Auto Accident

How to Drive Safely in Work Zones

April 19, 2021 |

Thousands of work zone crashes occur each year in California, and more than 700 Americans are killed in these crashes annually. In most cases, those deaths are motorists. But approximately 15% of those deaths are work zone workers. Work zones are a common fixture on […]

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Intersection Crash Statistics EVERY California Driver Should Read

October 26, 2020 |

Knowing the dangers you face every day on California’s roads can make you a safer, more conscientious driver. It might surprise you to learn that one of the most dangerous and common dangers is something you probably encounter every day: intersections. Intersections, both those with […]

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California Implements Daytime Headlight Law On Highway 99 Stretch

September 30, 2020 |

Running daytime headlights is a safety technique that has been utilized by motorcycles for years to make themselves more visible to other vehicles. Studies have shown that the use of headlights during the day can reduce the chances of a vehicle being in an accident […]

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When Should You Report a Car Accident in California?

September 14, 2020 |

After a crash, the last thing most people want to do is call the police and wait until they arrive on the scene to file a report. But it’s important to know when you’re required to report a car accident in California. In certain circumstances, […]

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What Is the Safest Time of Day to Ride a Bicycle in California?

August 17, 2020 |

California is one of the three most dangerous states in the U.S. for cyclists, and the problem is only getting worse. Between 2016 to 2018, more cyclists died in California traffic accidents than in any three-year period since the mid-1990s. Because of the significant danger, […]

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California’s Bicycle Laws Explained

August 03, 2020 |

Understanding California’s bicycle laws is essential for every cyclist in our state. From helmet laws to bicycle lane laws, California is very specific about what’s expected of cyclists. To begin our comprehensive list of California’s bicycle laws, let’s start with the required equipment. Bicycle Helmet […]

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Driving Under the Influence of Marijuana—What’s a Driver’s Liability?

April 20, 2020 |

Marijuana is detected in the bloodstream of drivers who have been involved in car crashes more frequently than any other drug. Some research indicates that drivers with marijuana in their system are twice as likely to be responsible for causing crashes than a typical driver. […]

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Your Fall Leaves Viewing Guide

October 09, 2019 |

As September gives way to October, we are excited to see the spectacular burst of color found in autumn leaves. But as lovely as the trees on our streets are, there’s nothing quite like seeing an entire forest come to life with brilliant color. If […]

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It’s Child Passenger Safety Week

September 16, 2019 |

Car accidents can be scary and stressful, but when a child is the car, they have even more potential to be devastating. The best way to protect your child in an accident is by making sure they are securely buckled into their car seat every […]

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How Music May Affect Your Driving Behavior

August 07, 2019 |

Car accidents occur every day when drivers get distracted by the radio dial or while flipping through a playlist, but is music itself a cause of traffic accidents? Music and driving have been an inseparable pair since radios were first added to vehicles, but now […]

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