Year over year, pedestrian deaths are on the rise across the country. The most recent estimates say that around 5,000 people die each year in pedestrian accidents. The Governor’s Highway Safety Association has found that nearly one-fourth of fatal motor vehicle accidents in California involve pedestrians. That is much higher than the national average. One…

Most people trust that their airbag will help save their life in a car accident. If it does not help to protect them, then the least we should expect is that it will not do harm. Unfortunately, that is not always the case, as evidenced by Takata airbags. These airbags that were supposedly designed to…

For many years it has been true that SUVs are the most popular car in the U.S. Unfortunately, they are also the vehicle that is most likely to rollover. One in three of all fatal car accidents in the U.S. involve SUVs. Understanding why they rollover can help drivers to prevent this from happening to…

Do you know what the leading cause of unintentional injury and death is in children 14 and younger? If you guessed car accident then you are correct. The statistics on this are startling but the good news is that any parent can take steps to protect their children. Read on to learn more. If you…

Water parks should be a place where families can come together and have fun. Unfortunately, they can also be dangerous places. At The Law Offices of Larry H. Parker we have seen too many accidents involving children who drowned or were otherwise injured at water parks. When this happens, who is responsible? The answer may not be as simple as you…

Sidewalks are designed to keep pedestrians safely off the road but what happens when sidewalks lead to accidents themselves? If you have slipped and fallen on a broken sidewalk, then you may be able to sue for damages. Keep reading to discover who may be responsible and then contact The Law Offices of Larry H. Parker at 800-333-0000 for a free…

A recent study showed that nine people die every day and more than 1,000 are injured in motor vehicle accidents caused by distracted drivers. In fact, a driver who is distracted is eight times as likely to get into an accident than a driver who is not. While you may not be able to prevent…

There are many things that California residents can enjoy year-round that may not be enjoyed in other parts of the country. Swimming, boating, and other outdoor recreation are good examples. Unfortunately, the fact that these activities can be enjoyed all year means that the chance for accident or injury is present all year long. If…

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimate that someone in the United States will fall about once every second. In fact, falls are the top cause of injuries and deaths for older Americans. Even younger people can suffer serious injuries from falling. As a slip and fall accident attorney, we have seen many people…

There is no question that texting while driving is a problem that affects the entire country. In fact, the National Safety Council estimates that cell phone use causes more than 1.5 million car accidents each year. That means that about one out of four accidents in the U.S. can be tied to texting and driving.…