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Bus Crash Sparks Concern in the Bay Area

Bus Crash Sparks Concern in the Bay Area

By Mary Alexander & Associates, P.C. |

Bay Area residents choose bus transit for many reasons, including convenience, affordability, and sustainability. Most bus riders expect a relatively smooth trip, and they may even look forward to a private moment to read or scroll their phones. What most bus riders do not expect, however, is a crash. Unfortunately, this is a genuine… Read More »

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Common Causes for Head-On Collisions in San Francisco

Common Causes for Head-On Collisions in San Francisco

By Mary Alexander & Associates, P.C. |

Head-on collisions cause some of the most serious auto injuries in San Francisco. When you consider the physics of these collisions, their potential for catastrophic injuries should not come as a major surprise. Newton’s Third Law of Physics states that for every action, there is an equal and opposite reaction. When two vehicles smash… Read More »

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Bay Area Residents Face a Range of Unpredictable Traffic Threats

Bay Area Residents Face a Range of Unpredictable Traffic Threats

By Mary Alexander & Associates, P.C. |

Residents of the Bay Area are certainly familiar with a range of traffic-related threats, whether they are driving, walking their dogs, or biking. A slew of recent incidents across the area has shown that these threats are often completely unexpected. While one vehicle was crushed by the somewhat predictable hazard of a rolling box… Read More »

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Information on Robotaxi Accidents in San Francisco Finally Revealed

Information on Robotaxi Accidents in San Francisco Finally Revealed

By Mary Alexander & Associates, P.C. |

It has been many weeks since any San Francisco resident has spotted a Cruise robotaxi zipping around local roads – and for good reason. GM’s experiment with driverless software led to a slew of accidents across the Bay Area, leading many to believe that they were essentially being used as test subjects. One San… Read More »

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Shocking Overpass and Bridge Accidents in San Francisco

Shocking Overpass and Bridge Accidents in San Francisco

By Mary Alexander & Associates, P.C. |

While San Francisco is famous for its bridges, these elevated road sections pose unique hazards for both locals and tourists. Even an overpass a few feet off the ground has the potential to launch both vehicles and pedestrians into the air, leading to catastrophic injuries and fatalities. Over the past few weeks, the San… Read More »

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California Sees Shocking Multi-Vehicle Crashes Throughout December

California Sees Shocking Multi-Vehicle Crashes Throughout December

By Mary Alexander & Associates, P.C. |

Also known as “chain-reaction crashes,” or simply “pileups,” multi-vehicle crashes have the highest potential for mass casualties in California. With more vehicles involved, there is a greater chance of numerous deaths and serious injuries. The worst accidents in California’s history have all been multi-vehicle crashes, and unfortunately, these types of accidents show no sign… Read More »

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Hit-and Runs are Becoming All Too Common in the Bay Area

Hit-and Runs are Becoming All Too Common in the Bay Area

By Mary Alexander & Associates, P.C. |

Fatal hit-and-runs in the Bay Area rob families of their loved ones – and their ability to pursue justice. For many families, their inability to put a face to the crime makes these fatal accidents more difficult to process. A hit-and-run leaves families with unanswered questions, unpaid medical bills, and a total lack of… Read More »

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Shocking Recent Examples of Negligent Driving in San Francisco

Shocking Recent Examples of Negligent Driving in San Francisco

By Mary Alexander & Associates, P.C. |

Negligent drivers have the potential to cause irrevocable harm to victims and their families in San Francisco. Judging by the recent number of shocking crashes in the city, it seems as though these reckless drivers are all too common on our roads. While a personal injury lawsuit may provide compensation for injured plaintiffs, nothing… Read More »

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New Tests Expose Shocking Number of Marijuana-Smoking Truckers in San Francisco

New Tests Expose Shocking Number of Marijuana-Smoking Truckers in San Francisco

By Mary Alexander & Associates, P.C. |

For many years, trucker intoxication has been a major concern in the transportation industry. It is a well-known fact that intoxicated truckers are more likely to crash or drive recklessly, causing numerous accidents and injuries in the process. But while intoxicated truckers are nothing new, marijuana legislation has created fresh concerns and a renewed… Read More »

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Serious Questions Raised After Shocking Self-Driving Accident in San Francisco

Serious Questions Raised After Shocking Self-Driving Accident in San Francisco

By Mary Alexander & Associates, P.C. |

 Rideshare apps are only the first stage in a continued evolution away from American car culture. Getting behind the wheel of your own vehicle may quickly become nothing more than a distant memory. First, Uber and Lyft drivers replaced taxi drivers and made transport more affordable and convenient across the city. Today, all human-controlled… Read More »

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