Santa Barbara Personal Injury Law Blog
What should motorcyclists do to be more visible?
One of the main reasons why accidents involving motorcycles occur so often is because they are difficult to see. They are one of the smallest vehicles on California roads. They may blend in with the surroundings or easily get into the blind spots of drivers. To avoid...
read morePedestrians, protect yourself from motor vehicle injury
Pedestrian safety is a serious issue in California, with lawmakers and residents from Los Angeles to San Francisco calling for better measures to prevent serious and often fatal auto accidents involving citizens on foot. In fact, the National Highway and Traffic...
read moreLethal accident results in second-degree murder charge
California roads and freeways are busy places and adding alcohol to a driving situation often ends in tragedy. According to the California Office of Traffic Safety, traffic fatalities have increased steadily over the last few years. This is also true with accidents...
read moreStudy shows opioid use makes fatal crashes more likely
Opioid use increases the likelihood of a fatal car crash, according to a recent study. The results, which have been published in JAMA Network Open, may be of interest to many in California since opioid use is on the rise. Though the opioid prescription rate per 100...
read moreDistracted driving a nationwide safety issue, says Root Insurance
Distracted driving is a major issue in California and the rest of the U.S. with many drivers engaging in it even though they know it is wrong. According to a study from Root Insurance, 47% of drivers say distractions are a top concern for them, and 99% acknowledge...
read moreNissan braking systems may pose a danger to California drivers
Automatic emergency braking technology is usually a good safety feature to have on a car. However, this might not be the case for 2017-2018 Nissan Rogue models. At least 87 consumers have filed complaints of unintended braking, which can cause a car to stop suddenly...
read moreLawmakers struggle to cope with distracted driving
Road safety advocates say that the penalties for texting while driving are not nearly strong enough to deter motorists from indulging in behavior that kills or injures thousands of road users every year. A California assemblyman has proposed a bill that would penalize...
read moreWhy sleep is so important before driving
Adults in California and throughout the country should get a minimum of seven hours of sleep a night. This can reduce the chances that a driver gets into a car accident. According to the National Sleep Foundation, those who have not slept for at least two hours within...
read moreDrunk drivers pose a threat on the road
When people in California get behind the wheel, they may be concerned about encountering drunk drivers on the road. Drivers who are drunk are often unable to make good decisions and may put themselves and others at risk by driving dangerously. By staying alert for...
read moreCommon causes of automobile accidents in California
There are many causes of automobile accidents in California; however, the most common factor is driver error. Dangerous habits such as driving while distracted or while under the influence of alcohol are often contributing factors to accidents. Other seemingly more...
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