Category Archives: Motorcycle Accidents
Motorcycle Hit-and-Runs Spark Concern in the Bay Area
Motorcycle hit-and-runs are highly concerning for various reasons. First, these incidents highlight the lack of responsibility among numerous drivers in the Bay Area. It doesn’t take much to pull over and accept responsibility – and this simple act could easily save someone’s life. Secondly, motorcyclists are more likely to suffer critical injuries after collisions…. Read More »
Numerous Bicycle and Motorcycle Accidents Reported in the Bay Area
Motorcycles and bicycles remain popular modes of transport throughout the Bay Area, but these riders face considerable threats on the road. Within the past few weeks and months, numerous riders have suffered serious injuries. Some have been killed. The details of these incidents are shocking, and they highlight just how dangerous it has become… Read More »
Victims Roll and Burn Inside Crashed Vehicles: Two Recent Bay Area Accidents
Often, the initial moment of impact is only the beginning of danger for accident victims in San Francisco. These motorists and passengers may face additional threats while still inside their vehicles. After a crash, vehicle occupants are often disabled, paralyzed, dazed, or completely unconscious. Others are entrapped within their wreckage, held in place by… Read More »
Various Bay Area Accidents Highlight Potential Causes of Vehicle Fires
A car could catch fire for many reasons in the Bay Area. Whatever the catalyst might be, these vehicle fires can cause catastrophic injuries. From skin burns to smoke inhalation, car fires can change victims’ lives forever. Perhaps the most serious potential consequence of these vehicle fires is death. Even if someone recovers from… Read More »
Cyclist Dies After Being Struck by Motorcyclist in San Jose
While a motorcyclist is more vulnerable to injuries after crashing into a car, the tables are turned if they impact a cyclist. Motorcycles are much more heavy and sturdy compared to bicycles, and they are also capable of much higher speeds. As a result, motorcyclists can cause serious damage and catastrophic injuries to cyclists… Read More »
The Worst Semi-Truck Accidents in California History
California has seen some terrible semi-truck accidents over the years. This should not come as a huge surprise, especially since California is the most heavily populated state in the entire nation. California also has the highest GDP, with $3.36 trillion. Not only is California heavily involved with trade, but it also has more people… Read More »
Can a Car Accident Cause You to Lose Your Memory?
Car accidents can lead to many consequences – both physical and mental. The psychological trauma of these incidents can stay with victims for the rest of their lives, causing crippling disorders like depression and PTSD. But what happens if the victim cannot remember the event itself? What happens when victims suffer memory loss due… Read More »
Cyclists are Suffering Head Injuries in Intentional “Dooring” Attacks
It is no secret that cyclists and motorists do not always see eye to eye. These two groups are forced to share the road despite the fact that they use completely different vehicles. Cyclists are obviously much slower, but they are also capable of weaving between tighter gaps and accessing areas cars cannot. On… Read More »
How Dangerous are Semi-Truck Rollovers?
It is not difficult to see why an overturning semi-truck might be dangerous. These heavy vehicles can cause serious damage when they roll over, and anyone caught in the immediate vicinity faces serious injury, property damage, and death. But how dangerous are these crashes? What kind of unique hazards does a semi-truck rollover cause… Read More »
I Suffered a Head Injury After a Slip and Fall on an Icy Los Angeles Sidewalk. What Now?
It is difficult to picture Los Angeles (and many other California cities) as anything but hot and sunny. But as residents are quickly discovering, these cities do get snow from time to time. And when a city that is completely unprepared for winter weather suddenly gets an unprecedented amount of snow, all kinds of… Read More »