Category Archives: Car Accidents
Uncharacteristically Icy Roads Cause String of Semi-Truck Crashes in Southern California
To say that California was unprepared for a historic winter storm in February of 2023 would be an understatement. The storm defied logic, and most of us cannot remember a time when the Golden State was covered with so much snow. Of course, this type of weather is not just historic – it is… Read More »
What is an Underride Semi-Truck Crash in California?
An underride semi-truck crash in California can be incredibly dangerous. When a passenger vehicle impacts a semi-truck, even at slow speeds, the consequences can be serious. In almost all situations, the smaller vehicle suffers much worse damage for obvious reasons: It is much lighter and smaller. But during an underride crash, these consequences can… Read More »
Types of Heavy Trucks and Their Dangers
There are many types of heavy trucks that are used on a daily basis in California. Each truck has its own unique purpose, and each has its own unique hazards. If you have been struck and injured by one of these heavy vehicles, you might think that the exact specification of this vehicle does… Read More »
Faulty Tires in California Cause Serious Safety Issues
Many people underestimate the importance of high quality tires. Your tires represent your contact points with the road. Without solid tires, you cannot expect to control your vehicle and successfully avoid hazards. But what happens if you unwittingly drive with faulty tires? What if tire manufacturers market, manufacture, and distribute tires that are completely… Read More »
Pedestrian Crashes are Getting Out of Hand in California
Pedestrians have a right to feel safe on California’s roads. But all too often, people are injured by negligent drivers while simply trying to walk from point A to point B. California is a beautiful state, and a walk down a street in the Sunshine State should be something everyone can experience without fear… Read More »
Steps You Should Take After a Semi-Truck Accident in California
In the aftermath of a semi-truck accident, it can be difficult to figure out what to do next. You may be struggling with serious medical issues, including career-ending disabilities and permanent disfigurements. These injuries may require expensive, time-consuming treatment – and you may never fully recover. At the same time, you may face the… Read More »
String of EV Crashes in California Raises Serious Questions
By now, most California residents are probably aware of the numerous questions surrounding electric vehicles (EVs). Many owners love their EVs, and there is a lot to love when you consider the sustainability, the style, and the wealth of features. But if Teslas are so perfect, then why are so many crashing in California… Read More »
Semi-Truck Makers Want to Use Hydrogen Fuel Cells to Power Transport: Is It Safe?
For as long as anyone can remember, the world of sustainable transport has been dominated by one specific technology: Electric batteries. EVs have taken over roads across California, and some say that it is only a matter of time before gasoline-powered vehicles are phased out entirely. But an electric battery is not the only… Read More »
Fiery Crashes Are Common in California
A fiery crash is perhaps worse than any other type of car crash in California. Fire represents an additional hazard that can disfigure, injure, or kill occupants of vehicles even after the initial impacts. In some situations, victims find themselves trapped in the wreckage only to be submerged in flames before escaping. Unfortunately, fiery… Read More »
One of the Worst Pedestrian Crashes in California’s Recent Memory
On November 16th, an SUV barreled into a group of jogging recruits in Whittier, California, leaving scores of them with serious injuries. This incident represents one of the worst pedestrian accidents in California’s recent history, and the sheer number of injured victims is shocking. But what exactly happened here? Could this have been an… Read More »