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Similar to many other states, the year 2020 saw a reduction in traffic-related deaths, with approximately 2,200 fatalities in California, a drop from 3,690 in 2019. Due to various lockdowns and business closures related to the coronavirus, people have driven less,...
Like their peers nationwide, California bicyclists continue to encourage motor vehicle operators to “see” them. To minimize risks, many adorn themselves with bright-colored clothing, oftentimes replicating the gear of professional cyclists that they idolize. Helmets...
Bicycling is well known for its inherent dangers, particularly when sharing roads with larger motor vehicles. However, the traffic laws in California are not applied equally between the two modes of transportation. State mandates afford smaller, two-wheeled transports...
Lengthy and leisurely walks have always been a common activity. When a pandemic hit the United States and resulted in shutdowns and “stay-at-home” orders, walking outside became even more popular, if not necessary, for those with limited options for physical activity....
Purchasing a car or truck usually requires a great deal of research and planning. Visiting multiple car lots or scouring listings online should be done with attention to every detail. A motor vehicle represents a significant investment in money, one that should not be...
The aftermath of a car accident creates confusion, frustration, and, depending on the collision's severity, physical pain. Discovering that the driver responsible for the crash lacks motor vehicle insurance or only has minimum coverage only adds to the aggravation you...
With the current public health crisis, many individuals are following CDC and governmental guidelines to stay home. Unless you’re an essential worker, it’s likely that you’re working from your own residence right now. It’s also possible you’re one of the millions of...
Residents in California may know that their state often leads the nation in taking major steps toward protecting its residents. For example, California was an early adopter of the required use of ignition interlock devices for drunk drivers to prevent repeat offenses....
Many in Santa Barbara might assume that legal action in car accident cases only arises when those deemed not to be responsible for an accident suffer the most from it. This assumption likely comes from the misconception that a lawsuit is meant to be a form of...
As in-vehicle cellphone use became more and more common in recent years, numerous states including California enacted new laws limiting how drivers are able to use phones while behind the wheel. A new report on the prevalence of distracted driving, however, is...
