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,...
Motorcycle Accidents
Can footage from a helmet camera help win an accident lawsuit?
California laws allow individuals injured by a motor vehicle to use footage from a mounted dashboard or body camera to prove their claim. Saved video footage with a date and timestamp may help show the court which party is at fault when catastrophic injuries occur. ...
How can motorcyclists protect themselves on the road?
It is the responsibility of all motorists to preserve the safety of themselves and others on the road. Motorcyclists must be particularly vigilant about safety since they lack the protection of a larger passenger vehicle. While you cannot always prevent accidents from...
The number of phone-addicted drivers doubled last year
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...
Motorcycle accident sends California restaurant owner to ICU
A collision between a motorcycle and a car or truck in California often has a greater negative effect on the motorcyclist than on the occupants of the other vehicle. However, a particularly horrific accident between a motorcycle and an SUV in Escondido approximately a...
California gas company settles with injured motorcyclist for $46M
In a devastating roadway accident, a California gas company driver struck a motorcyclist stopped at a red light and dragged him while pinned underneath his pickup truck. The motorcyclist stayed lodged under the moving vehicle for at least 430 feet on a busy suburban...
Why do motorcyclists crash?
While you love riding your motorcycle around California, one thing you could do without is the possibility of crashing. You take every safety measure you can, but still, there is just no guarantee. Do you know what often leads to motorcycle crashes? Turn to...
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...
Putting air jets on motorcycles to prevent accidents
For California motorcycle riders, staying safe and avoiding becoming involved in crashes is essential. Due to the lack of protection even a minor accident could have a major impact on motorcycle riders. Bosch, an auto industry supplier, believes that adding air jets...