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California man arrested after causing motorcycle accident
March 28, 2014 | Motorcycle accident,Our Blog
Police in Fremont are indicating that alcohol is a possible factor in a car accident that left a motorcyclist dead on Tuesday, Mar. 25. According to the police report, the incident began when a 23-year-old Taco Bell customer began acting “belligerent” and “intoxicated” while going through the drive-thru at around 1 a.m. The man allegedly… read more
Preconceptions about dog breeds, attacks may not always hold true
March 28, 2014 | Our Blog,pit bull
When traveling down the sidewalk, California residents might regularly encounter dogs out for a walk with their owners. For many people, it might be a natural to size-up the oncoming dog. As a result of this process, certain conclusions about the dog’s relative friendliness might be drawn without even meeting the pooch. One of the… read more
Study: Drunk driving fatality rates may not be accurate
March 26, 2014 | Fatal Motor Vehicle Accidents,Our Blog
Everyone probably knows that drunk driving is illegal in all 50 states. Not only that, but it’s also incredibly dangerous. In addition to distracted driving, driving under the influence of alcohol is largely considered one of the most significant causes of traffic accidents in the country. Even with this in mind, a recently released study… read more
California car accident causes 2 death, injuries in Fresno County
March 25, 2014 | Car accident,Our Blog,personal injury
Motorists typically understand the importance of following traffic rules, such as stopping at a red light or stop sign. Sometimes, however, they don’t notice a stop sign, or they are too impatient to stop. This split-second mistake can lead to a car accident that results in injuries or even death, leaving surviving family members to… read more
Do pedestrians have the right-of-way in California?
March 25, 2014 | Our Blog,pedestrian accident
People might assume that pedestrians always have the right-of-way when crossing this street. Although this might be true in certain situations, miscalculations can prove to be very costly. Keeping this in mind, California readers might be wondering exactly when pedestrians have the right-of-way. California statute clearly lays out when pedestrians have the ability to cross… read more
Negligent road design, upkeep pose major threat to motorcyclists
March 22, 2014 | motorcyclist,Our Blog
Any given road in California might be used by more than just four-wheeled motor vehicles. Beyond cars, pickup trucks and SUVs, motorcycles, bicycles and pedestrians also use the road. No matter the mode of transportation, everyone on the road owes a duty of caution to others. Although many collisions are caused by the missteps of… read more
Federal study reveals human toll of distracted driving
March 20, 2014 | fatal accident,Our Blog
Over the last several weeks, we have discussed issues surrounding distracted driving in a pair of blog posts. The development of and proliferation new technology has most definitely fueled concerns about drivers discovering new sources of distraction. Although this message might be a common refrain from public safety officials, a study published by the Centers… read more
California car accident leaves 4 children in hospital
March 19, 2014 | Car accident,damages,Our Blog,police
A crash in Fresno on March 14 has sent four children to the hospital, two of whom are in critical condition. According to police, a man collided with a Suburban containing nine students who were coming home from school. The man was allegedly trying to evade police after he realized that an officer had clocked… read more
Truck drivers can be considered negligent for inaccurate logbooks
March 18, 2014 | Our Blog,truck accidents
Every time someone gets behind the wheel of a motor vehicle, he or she accepts a major responsibility. Seasoned drivers may not consider this when they prepare to drive, but it’s no less true. For commercial truck drivers, this is especially important — considering the sheer number of miles they’re likely to put on every… read more
Are horse-bite claims treated like dog bites in California?
March 14, 2014 | Our Blog
When people think of animal attacks, they might imagine someone being bitten and injured by a dog. After all, dog bite cases unfortunately make the news on a regular basis. Despite this perception, the reality is that any type of domestic animal may have a propensity to attack an innocent bystander. For those who are… read more