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Is defect responsible for tragic Roseville rollover accident?
September 15, 2014 | Fatal Motor Vehicle Accidents,Our Blog
Because motor vehicles are such an everyday part of our lives, many of us don’t appreciate the sheer size, weight and power they possess. It isn’t until we are involved in an accident that we realize how dangerous motor vehicles can be. This is especially true when motor vehicles don’t work how we expect them… read more
California car accident leads to woman’s death in San Jose
September 12, 2014 | Car accident,Our Blog
One of the most traumatic events in a person’s life may be to find out that a family member has died in a motor vehicle accident. Unfortunately, this is what one family recently had to endure following a fatal car accident in California. The incident occurred early in the morning on a Saturday. The accident… read more
CHP hopes to deter distracted driving with tickets
September 10, 2014 | Car Accidents,Our Blog
Have you ever been driving down the freeway only to glance at the car next to you and see the driver with his eyes on his cellphone instead of the road? It’s not a very comforting feeling, is it? According to the California Office of Traffic Safety, close to 70 percent of California residents who… read more
California lawmakers pass law affecting Uber insurance (2 of 2)
September 10, 2014 | Car Accidents,Our Blog
Welcome back. Every time you slip into the passenger seat or get behind the steering wheel of a motor vehicle, you run the risk of being involved in a car accident. For that reason, all drivers are required to carry at least minimal insurance coverage in California. Then there are additional insurance coverage requirements for… read more
California lawmakers pass law affecting Uber insurance (1 of 2)
September 8, 2014 | Car Accidents,Our Blog
Technology has changed the way we go about life in many ways, including the way we find a ride. Uber is a California-based ridesharing company that allows people to use a smartphone app to connect with drivers in their area who are willing to give them a lift using their private vehicles. The smartphone app… read more
5 things not to do after California truck accidents
September 5, 2014 | Our Blog,Truck accident
Sometimes, knowing what not to do is just as important as knowing what to do. After a truck accident in Sacramento — or any car accident, for that matter — there are a few things that you should certainly not do, some of which have legal ramifications. — Do not drive away from the scene… read more
The importance of installing a car seat properly (2 of 2)
September 4, 2014 | Injuries to Children,Our Blog
Welcome back. We are currently discussing the importance of installing car seats properly. Here are the remaining tips from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s Parents Central page on properly installing car seats: For rear-facing seats: The car seat should be installed at the correct recline angle. Most ears are equipped with indicators that help… read more
Truck accident causes 3 deaths, 3 injuries
September 3, 2014 | injuries,Our Blog
Three individuals recently passed away in a California crash involving multiple vehicles, with one being a box truck. This type of truck accident can leave the surviving family members of the deceased victims reeling in grief and questioning why their loved ones died. Even though monetary compensation can’t reverse the accident and bring a loved… read more
The importance of installing a car seat properly (1 of 2)
September 3, 2014 | Injuries to Children,Our Blog
Anytime you drive you take the risk of being involved in a car accident. This is a very unnerving thought for people with small children. That’s why we depend on car seats to protect our precious cargo. But if car seats are not installed properly, they don’t offer the same protection, and small children can… read more
California dog owners held strictly liable for attacks
September 2, 2014 | Dog Bites & Injuries,Our Blog
Many of us are dog lovers and enjoy the loyal companionship of our four-legged family members. However, not all dogs are loyal and well-behaved. In fact, many people in California and the rest of the country are injured because of dog attacks each year. If you or your child has been injured by a dog,… read more