Working on a construction site is not without its dangers, but your employer has a duty of care to keep you safe from harm while you work. Despite this, accidents still happen on construction sites that cause serious injury and in severe cases, death. If you are a construction worker who has...
Category: Car Accident
What Happens If You are Partly to Blame for a Los Angeles Auto Accident?
Auto accidents can be a harrowing experience, and often, the aftermath of the incident can be very overwhelming. Sadly, auto accidents are a common occurrence in Los Angeles, with over 55,000 fatalities in 2016 alone. In some cases, both drivers may be partially at fault for the accident. If you find yourself...
California Car Accident Facts You Probably Didn’t Know
According to a 2016 survey, it was found that over 55,000 people died in Los Angeles road accidents that year alone. We mention this particular year because traffic accidents rose by a staggering 20% as compared to statistics from 2015. However, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, there was a sharp decline (nearly...
Drowsy Driving Accidents
It happens to the best of us. Our exhaustion sets deep in our bones, but we still have things to do and so we press on. We get behind the wheel and the drowsiness persists. In a society that does not often stop, drowsy driving is a growing problem and it is...
Speeding Vehicle Accidents
Among the many reckless behaviors drivers can exhibit on the road, speeding is among one of the most dangerous. Did you know that, in 2019 alone, speeding led to 9,478 fatalities? This means that speeding was a contributing factor in 26% of traffic-related deaths that year. Such a pervasive problem is worth...
Why You Should Always Wear a Seatbelt
For many of us, putting on our seatbelt when we get into a vehicle is second nature. It is a habit we’ve built over the years and, while we may take it for granted, it is one of the smartest things a person riding in or driving a vehicle can make. The...
Drug-Impaired Driving
Did you know that driving while impaired by any substance is illegal in all 50 states as well as in the District of Columbia? The substance causing the impairment may be alcohol, legal drugs, or illegal drugs, but it remains a violation of the law to operate a vehicle under such an...
The NHTSA’s Campaign Against Distracted Driving
We are all aware of the dangers of distracted driving. It is less clear, however, whether people are aware of just how dangerous distracted driving can be. After all, what some consider to be an innocent and quick glance down to read a text message can put everyone on the road...
Safety Tips for Pedestrians
Who doesn’t love going for a walk? Whether it is for exercise, commuting, or just to get out and enjoy the fresh air, walking can be a great mode of transportation as well as a way to stay healthy and take in the great outdoors. Pedestrians of California, we hope that you...
Dangerous Teen Driver Behaviors
For those of you with teen drivers, you know having them out on the road can be stressful. While they are enjoying the newfound freedom that comes with a driver’s license comes the subsequent stress of being a parent or loved one waiting for them to return home safely. Unfortunately, there are...