Hit-and-run accidents involving commercial trucks can be especially dangerous for motorists, and the aftermath of these collisions can be difficult to address. Hit-and-runs are illegal and may result in criminal charges for the truck driver involved. Depending on the severity of the crash and any resulting damages or injuries, this could lead to a personal injury lawsuit and/or a civil claim for economic recovery.
Being safe on our roadways is being fully aware of your surroundings and knowing how to share the road with others. Whether you are out for a drive or for a walk around your neighborhood, you should be courteous of others and take all necessary steps to share the road safely.
Traumatic brain injury (TBI) can be a serious consequence of a car accident, and it is important to recognize the signs and symptoms so that you can seek prompt medical attention. Symptoms may be delayed, which can place you at risk. Here are some common signs of a TBI that may be observed after a car accident:
Electric vehicles (EVs) provide a gateway to better air quality and reduced fuel costs. However, transitioning to electric cars on our roadways has a new challenge. Electric vehicles are equipped with lithium-ion batteries, and they can be extremely dangerous if they catch fire.
Insurance companies in California often use various defenses to try and limit or avoid paying out in car accident cases. Some of the most common defenses used by insurance companies include:
A recall of all 363,000 U.S. Teslas equipped with the carmaker’s self-driving software threatens the safety of all riders, another blow to the business model at the heart of Tesla’s operations. The company says it identified 18 incidents that may be related to these conditions from May 8, 2019, to September 12, 2022. According to the company, no injuries or deaths were reported as a result of those incidents.
If you are involved in an accident while riding as a passenger in an Uber or Lyft vehicle in California, there are several steps you can take to recover your losses. Here’s what you need to know about insurance policies that may affect your claim:
Honda Motor Company is urgently warning thousands of Honda and Acura owners in the United States to not drive their vehicles due to unrepaired Takata Alpha driver-side airbag inflators. In a statement released on Friday, February 3, 2023, Honda asks about 8,200 drivers to park their cars until the life-saving recall work has been completed.
With much of the winter rain behind us, there’s no better time to explore the great outdoors. Whether you’re looking to hike to a pretty waterfall, do some backcountry camping, or take an Instagram-worthy selfie, you can be in nature at California state parks for free.
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