Category Archives: Car Accidents
Amazon Robotaxi Service Faces Federal Investigation After San Francisco Rear-Ender
Robotaxis have sparked widespread concern across San Francisco, and the latest company to face scrutiny is Zoox. Owned and operated by the tech giant Amazon, this company uses self-driving technology to transport customers from point A to point B. However, the automated driving software is showing signs of concern, as the robotaxis reportedly have… Read More »
GM Pays $8 Million to San Francisco Pedestrian Dragged by Self-Driving Car
After a ride-sharing accident in San Francisco, it is often challenging to determine who is to blame. Do you sue the driver of the ridesharing vehicle or the tech company that operates the service? In the case of a self-driving vehicle, however, the at-fault party is clear. With the human driver taken out of… Read More »
What Caused the West Portal Station Crash?
The West Portal bus stop crash was one of the worst auto accidents San Francisco has ever seen. Authorities are still trying to piece together exactly what happened – and what might have caused the crash. While many of these factors are clear, numerous questions remain unanswered. What we know for sure is that… Read More »
Oakland Police Pursuit Leads to Fatal Crash
In March of 2024, it was reported that a police pursuit in Oakland led to a fatal crash. This has become a common story throughout the Bay Area, and incidents like this have led to numerous questions among observers. Should the cost of “serving justice” be paid in human lives? When should police call… Read More »
Bus Crash Sparks Concern in the Bay Area
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 »
Common Causes for Head-On Collisions in San Francisco
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 »
Bay Area Residents Face a Range of Unpredictable Traffic Threats
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 »
Information on Robotaxi Accidents in San Francisco Finally Revealed
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 »
Shocking Overpass and Bridge Accidents in San Francisco
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 »
California Sees Shocking Multi-Vehicle Crashes Throughout December
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 »