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Bridge Collapse Highlights Issues with Road Safety in the United States

An Atlanta bridge collapse demonstrates that road issues may sometimes be to blame for car accidents. At the end of March, a scary incident occurred on a major roadway in March, raising questions about the safety of our nation’s roads and bridges. A fire underneath...

Take Part in Distracted Driving Awareness Month with Us

Take one simple step to reduce the risks involved in distracted driving. Over the years, distracted driving has become a leading cause of car accidents in the United States, due in no small part to the ubiquitous use of smartphones. Love them or hate them, iPhones,...

Watch Out for Work Zones

This Work Zone Awareness Week, learn how you can reduce the risk of construction zone accidents. In partnership with the Federal Highway Administration, the American Association of State Highway Transportation Officials and the American Safety Services Association,...

Why It Makes Sense to Schedule a Free Initial Consultation

A no cost, no obligation appointment can help you understand your legal rights After an accident, chances are good that you are feeling stressed and overwhelmed about what you should do next. Whether you have been involved in a truck crash, a slip and fall accident, a...

Who Is Responsible for Bike Delivery Accidents?

If a bike courier hits you, the agency who hired them may be liable. In many cities across the United States, bike messengers are a common site. Whether they are delivering important documents, flowers or food, these couriers are a necessary part of daily life in...

How Do Personal Injury Awards Impact SSDI?

If it is not considered wages, a personal injury award will not affect your SSDI benefits. If you receive Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits and are involved in a personal injury case, you may be worried about how an award or settlement will impact...

What Does Beware of Dog Really Mean?

Putting up a beware of dog sign may not protect a dog owner from liability. We have all seen “beware of dog” signs, and most of us have probably taken it as a suggestion that we should steer clear of that particular animal. But in some cases, that particular dog...

How Safe Are Duck Buses?

Quack! Quack! Popular duck bus tours may present serious safety risks. In cities across the United States, duck tours are a popular way for tourists and residents alike to learn about a city in a fun way. These “duck boats” or “duck buses” are relics from World War...

Scary Statistics on Pedestrian Accidents Highlight the Need for Safety

As summer approaches, watch out for pedestrians on the roads. Throughout California and there are always many pedestrians on our streets, roads, and paths. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), in 2013 alone, more than 4,500 pedestrians...

How Rolling Stops Can Lead to Pedestrian Accidents

Come to a complete stop at red lights and stop signs to avoid hitting pedestrians. At some point, most drivers have failed to come to a complete stop at a stop sign or at a red light. This type of stop is known as a rolling stop, and can be incredibly dangerous,...