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Summer vacations are riskier than you think
Written by: Chad M. Prentice As Memorial Day approaches, the longtime tradition of “getting away from it all” commences for many California residents. Those who choose to get to their vacation destinations via motor vehicle should know the risks of road travel. Risks are part of driving year-round. Maintaining vehicles, wearing seatbelts, and avoiding smartphone […]
Read MoreCalifornia’s deadliest highways
For most residents of Santa Barbara and the rest of California, highway driving is a fact of life. Many of us must use the highway to commute to work or school, run errands and visit friends and loved ones. California has one of the longest and most extensive highway systems in the country — and, […]
Read MoreThe lure of attractive nuisances
Written by: Tyrone J. Maho For many homeowners, putting in a swimming pool is the realization of a longtime dream. The chance to swim, play, and just unwind in the water without having to leave their backyard is only one of the many perks. Like many other recreational amenities, a pool is considered an “attractive […]
Read MoreThe importance of ensuring safe and secure parking lots
Written by: Chad M. Prentice When you are going to an appointment, shopping or doing errands, the simple act of parking your car and walking to a building or store is a routine activity. However, hidden dangers exist that can result in a fall or other injuries that can be serious and life changing. Those […]
Read MoreDog attacks and the aftermath
While some canines are deemed dangerous by insurance companies, the most docile dog, when provoked, can attack. Whether the incident is justified or not justified, the owner of the animal faces serious legal problems. California law places strict liability on dog owners when the canine bites someone in a public place or lawfully in a […]
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