Los Angeles Among Cities With Worst Drivers According to New Study
Data from the U.S. Department of Transportation in combination with information from the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration’s Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) confirms that Los Angles is one of the most dangerous cities for drivers. 2 California Cities Ranked as Least Safe for Drivers According to New Study Which American Cities are the Least Safe […]
Which Cars are Ranked as the Most Accident-Prone?
On the surface, describing a car as being “accident prone” seems to be somewhat subjective. All things being equal, can certain car models actually be more likely to be involved in accidents than others? As it turns out, specific cars are involved in more reported accidents than others – often at a much higher rate. This is […]
Is It Illegal to Drive With Headphones in California?
Remaining alert and paying close attention to your surroundings are two straightforward safety tips recommended for all drivers. But these tips aren’t simply soft suggestions – they’re actually codified into the laws in an effort to maintain safe driving. Accordingly, it is illegal under California law for anyone to drive while distracted. Is It Illegal to […]
Filing a Police Report After a Car Accident: What to Know
Car accidents happen constantly in Southern California, and the number of serious crashes involving either injuries or fatalities is only increasing. In fact, the most recent California car accident statistics confirm that 289 people were killed in motor vehicle crashes through the end of 2021. In terms of the spike in local car accidents, those figures mean: […]
How to Sell a Car That’s Been Totaled – With or Without Insurance
It’s a common term used after a car accident, but do you know what it means when a vehicle is considered “totaled?” A totaled car essentially defines a vehicle which is damaged so excessively that the costs to repair it to a state of functionality exceed its actual cash value. In other words, the damaged car […]
How to Prove Your Burbank Hit-and-Run Car Accident Case
Hit-and-run car accidents can be both dangerous as well serious inconveniences for drivers. In Los Angeles County, a recent report from local NBC 4 highlighted a hit-and-run “epidemic.” In fact, according to data from the California Highway Patrol, a hit-and-run car accident happens in the Los Angeles-area approximately every 18 minutes. 4 Steps To Win a Hit-and-Run Case in […]
What to Do if Your Insurance Check Doesn’t Cover Your Car Repairs
A car accident doesn’t simply involve personal injuries – in nearly all cases there is some type of physical damage to the vehicle that requires repair. The body shop or dealership you choose will provide a quote on the work that needs to be done on your vehicle following an accident. However, auto insurance companies are primarily […]
What are the Signs and Symptoms of Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)?
Over the years, doctors have operated under the assumption that traumatic brain injuries (TBI) are typically resolved with rest and relaxation. Whether the symptoms include memory loss, pain, dizziness, or headaches, physicians have long assumed that TBIs are, in most cases, temporary ailments. However, a recent study by the University of Oklahoma indicates that the effects of combat-related […]
2023 Autonomous/Self-Driving Car Accident Statistics
Self-driving or autonomous cars are considered to be the impending standard for traffic safety and convenience. With approximately 90% of car accidents caused by human error, self-driving technology may provide numerous benefits and advantages, such as: Ease traffic congestion Extend the driving years of the aging baby boomer population Allow those who are visually or physically impaired […]
What is California Rideshare Insurance for Uber and Lyft Drivers?
Rough estimates indicate that over 1.7 million people are employed as rideshare drivers for companies such as Uber and Lyft. While California law requires that all licensed motor vehicle operators carry insurance at all times, for Uber and Lyft drivers, adding what’s known as rideshare insurance can provided added protection and benefits. What is California Rideshare Insurance for Uber […]