Toyota has issued a recall for 1.6 million vehicles – many of which are registered in the state of California. This recall includes: Model years 2006-2011 Toyota Corolla and Matrix Model years 2010-2011 Toyota 4Runner […]
Read MoreCalifornia Motorcycle Laws
The laws governing motorcyclists vary from state to state, and it’s important to be aware of the laws in your home state. The degree to which you abide by these laws may impact your ability […]
Read MoreMotorcycle Safety Awareness Month
Every year, thousands of motorcyclists are killed and tens of thousands are injured in motorcycle accidents. To help bring awareness to the importance motorcycle safety plays in reducing these accidents, the National Highway Traffic Safety […]
Read MoreSnapchat Speed Filter
You may have read about a woman in California who was driving over 110 MPH when she hit another vehicle, resulting in traumatic brain injury to the other driver. You may have heard that the […]
Read MoreSpinal Cord Injuries from Truck Accidents
The American Spinal Cord Injury Association has found that nearly half of all spinal cord injuries are sustained in motor vehicle accidents, a good portion of which involve large commercial vehicles. There is no question […]
Read MoreTrucker Fatigue and Truck Accidents in California
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has recently reported that trucker fatigue is a factor in 30 to 40 percent of all truck accidents. Driving on too little sleep has previously been compared to driving […]
Read MoreBy the Numbers: A Look at the Dangers of Distracted Driving
As we continue our focus on Distracted Driving Awareness Month, it has come time to take a good look at the numbers driving the campaign. According to the National Safety Council, more than 1,000 people […]
Read MoreAAA Study Finds Hands-Free Devices Still Pose Dangers
A recent study conducted by the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety and the University of Utah has found that the most popular voice controlled in-vehicle information and entertainment systems are no safer than handheld alternatives. […]
Read MoreDistracted Driving Awareness Month
April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month and a great time to recommit to improving your own driving habits. In years past, distracted driving campaigns have focused on texting and using handheld devices for emailing and […]
Read MoreFatal Doses of Narcotics Routinely Prescribed
According to a recent National Safety Council survey, nearly 100% of doctors routinely prescribe narcotic pain relievers in excess of the federally recommended three-day dosage limit. This report follows closely on the heels of data […]
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