Despite the continued efforts of regulators, insurance companies, and parents, new drivers continue to text at an alarming rate while behind the wheel. Research consistently demonstrates the dangers of distracted driving, yet a full 40% […]
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Is Your Child in the Right Car Seat?
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September 14-20 is Child Passenger Safety Week, which seeks to raise awareness of the dangers young children face when they aren’t properly secured in a vehicle during a car accident. According to the National Highway […]
Read MoreCity of Bakersfield Opens New Traffic Operations Center
Bakersfield’s Traffic Operations Center (TOC) opened in June 2014. Equipped with scores of flat screen televisions providing a mix of live feed, traffic map, and timing information, the TOC aims to both improve air quality […]
Read MoreCalifornia’s Dangerous Bridges
According to a new report by TRIP – a nonprofit transportation research group – 13 percent of the bridges in California’s more rural areas are “structurally deficient.” An additional 13 percent of California’s rural bridges […]
Read MoreUsed Cars and Recalls
Did you know that there are no laws requiring used car dealerships to inform customers of a recall? There aren’t even laws requiring potential customers be warned before purchasing a car the dealership knows has […]
Read MoreGoogle Glass Operation While Driving Case Closed
Cecelia Abadie, the California woman cited by the State Patrol for distracted driving while wearing Google Glass has been cleared of all charges. Officers initially pulled Abadie over for speeding, but issued an additional ticket […]
Read MoreOur Bakersfield Car Accident Lawyer Supports National Impaired Driving Prevention Month
Holiday celebrations often include alcohol. It is no coincidence then that December is National Impaired Driving Prevention Month. Impaired driving is a leading cause of car accidents, many of which are fatal. If you or […]
Read MoreLatest Auto Recalls
December has seen a number of recalls for defective vehicle parts. This month: BMW recalled 76,6000 3-Series and 5-Series models from 2006 and 2007 due to airbag defects Volkswagen issued two recalls for electrical issues […]
Read MoreWhat Should I do After a Car Accident in Bakersfield?
The steps you take both on the scene of a Bakersfield car accident and in the days and weeks that follow can have a direct impact on your ability to seek damages through a personal […]
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