Category Archives: Motorcycle Accidents
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 »
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 »
Have You Been in a Bay Area Motorcycle Accident?
Riding on a motorcycle is arguably one of the best ways to see the Bay Area, however, statistically, it is also one of the riskiest. Motorcycle accidents are incredibly dangerous, particularly for the motorcyclist, who has none of the protection inherent in a standard passenger vehicle. In fact, according to statistics, in approximately 80%… Read More »
When are Drivers Liable for Motorcycle Accidents in Los Angeles?
We all know that motorcyclists have a certain reputation in Los Angeles. Those who choose to travel by this means are often labeled “daredevils” or “thrillseekers”. Because of this stigma that is attached to riding a motorcycle, it is often difficult for people to sympathize with riders who become injured. These individuals may dismiss… Read More »