A serious car accident can do more than damage your vehicle. It can keep you from earning an income while you heal. In California, you may be entitled to recover lost wages after a car crash, but what counts as a recoverable loss depends on your situation. What counts...
Getting into a car accident can lead to serious property damage, medical bills and other losses. If your accident claim is successful, you may be entitled to compensation for your damages through the other driver’s insurance. However, the other driver may claim that...
Cyclists face many different hazards that they need to watch for every time they ride. People often pass far too close to cyclists, for example, so they could be struck while another driver is overtaking them. Other cyclists get hit when drivers do not see them in a...
Commuting to work is often frustrating and time-consuming. Professionals often resent the time spent driving to and from work each day. In some cases, a daily commute could also be dangerous. Motorists are at risk of a crash whenever they are on the road. However,...
Riding in the passenger seat with feet propped up on the dashboard might feel comfortable on a long drive, but it is far from safe. This position can put passengers at significant risk of severe injury if a crash occurs. Many people do not realize how dangerous it can...
Anyone who has had their driver’s license suspended for a time after a DUI conviction or even having too many points on their driving record may feel like it’s only too easy to lose your driving privileges in California. A recent investigation by the nonprofit,...
“Don’t use your phone while driving.” You’ve probably heard this many times, spoken as if obeying that alone will make you a safer driver. Yet many people take that to mean don’t hold your phone while driving. They think using your phone via a hands-free or Bluetooth...
There are many drivers who won’t hesitate to continue driving even when they’re feeling tired. They could be on a long trip, and they know they need to put in another few hours just to reach their destination. Or they could be commuting home after an exhausting day on...
A car accident can happen for many different reasons, and there are a lot of different factors that contribute. Some of the main ones are distracted driving, impaired driving and aggressive driving. However, in some senses, there’s only one thing that accounts for...
Driving in fog can be terrifying. The thick, gray mist can come out of nowhere, making it hard to see the road ahead. Headlights barely cut through it, and everything around you can feel distant or hidden. If you have driven in heavy fog, you know how stressful it can...