19 Nov 2020

Auto accidents can affect a victim’s entire family

When people think about the consequences that come with a car crash, they may think of the physical pain that a victim will have to endure, or debilitating injuries that cause their life to unravel. These are certainly a lot of challenges that make l...
15 Jul 2020

California cyclist deaths reach 25-year high

Riding your bike is a great way to burn calories and do your part for the environment, but it is also quite dangerous. Research shows that cyclist deaths have risen sharply across California in recent years, suggesting that you should exercise extrem...
26 Jun 2020

What parents of teen drivers can do during “100 deadliest days”

Every year between Memorial Day and Labor Day, the number of teens who get into fatal car crashes increases. This time period is known as the “100 deadliest days.” Parents in California can do much to prepare for this, and it all starts with understa...
26 Jun 2020

Distracted driving is the number one cause of car accidents

It is no secret that distracted driving is dangerous and leads to many accidents across California, as well as the nation. Despite safety measures and new laws, distracted driving remains a prevalent cause of accidents in the United States. Yahoo Fin...
15 Jun 2020

Reasons why rural roads can be deadlier than urban ones

Drivers in California may know all about the dangers of driving in the city, but they should know that it’s not necessarily safer to drive in the countryside. Rural roads can just as dangerous as urban roads for several reasons. Narrow lanes and s...
28 May 2020

California pedestrian fatality rate higher than U.S. average

Residents in California, especially the southern part of the state, enjoy some of the nation’s best weather all year round. The temperate climate is just one of the many reasons people flock to the area as it allows them to be outside more of the tim...
19 May 2020

How does the court distribute wrongful death damages?

Filing a wrongful death lawsuit is not something that anyone wants to do, but it is an effective way to hold a person responsible for the death of your loved one. When negligence leads to the loss of life, it is essential to help ensure it does not h...
18 May 2020

Fatal crashes most common among sports cars, subcompacts

Subcompacts and sports cars have the highest rate of fatal crashes around the country, according to a study from iSeeCars.com. Drivers in California should know that the study covers model year 2013-2017 vehicles. The data came from the National High...
06 Apr 2020

Recent wrongful death cases in California

When it comes to a wrongful death decision by a court, the standard of proof for a criminal trial parts ways from the standard in a civil trial. The burden of proof is higher in the criminal trial, as the guilt of the accused party must meet the beyo...
31 Jan 2020

How can you be better prepared for a car accident?

Because you never plan to get into a car accident, finding yourself in that predicament can be pretty unnerving. Whether you were at fault or are the victim of someone’s negligence, you can be prepared to face the unexpected when you have taken preca...