Monthly Archives: November 2021
California Traffic Laws You Did NOT Know Bicycle Riders Must Follow
Knowing the lack of a protective barrier a bike offers and the size differential compared to motorized vehicles on the road, you are probably not shocked to learn that bicycle accidents lead to serious injuries. In fact, according to the California Highway Patrol (CHP), approximately 170 bike riders are killed and another 11,500 are… Read More »
DUI Violations On The Rise Among California Truck Drivers
Drunk motorists are a danger to everyone on California roads, but an intoxicated truck operator driving a large rig and hauling massive cargo has the potential to cause devastating damage. The risk of horrific truck accidents is the reason that Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) holders are held to stricter standards when it comes to… Read More »
Is Lane Splitting Allowed Under California Motorcycle Laws?
The question is answerable with a simple YES: Motorcycle riders in California law are legally allowed to operate their vehicles in the spaces adjacent to lanes of traffic. This practice has been legal since amendment of state traffic laws in 2016, which define lane splitting as driving a two-wheeled motorized vehicle between rows of… Read More »
Who Is Responsible For Drowning Accidents In California?
California is in the top two US states when it comes to inground swimming pools, which offer a great way to cool off, get some exercise, and enjoy the sunny weather for many months out of the year. While you may appreciate the risks of drowning and protect against the dangers, data from the… Read More »
Accidental Spinal Cord Injuries: Complete Versus Incomplete
One of the most severe forms of trauma you can suffer in an accident is spinal cord injuries, which can include agonizing pain in the short term as well as complications and disability over time. According to the National Spinal Cord Injury Statistical Center (NSCISC), the top causes include motor vehicle crashes, falls, and… Read More »
What To Do If You Encounter A Wrong Way Driver In California
Like most California motorists, panic is probably the first sensation when you see two headlights bearing down upon you, traveling in the same lane – but in the opposite direction of your vehicle. Though it is good to know that wrong-way car accidents are relatively rare, statistics from AAA are still disturbing. Deadly wrong-way… Read More »