A trucker dies after being struck by a second truck along I-580
A crash between two tractor-trailers and a sedan claimed one motorist’s life along Interstate 580 early in the morning on Thursday, September 14th. The multi-vehicle accident happened just before 4:20 a.m. in the westbound lanes of the highway in Alameda County. When California Highway Patrol arrived on the crash scene along Eden Canyon Road in […]
Drunk driver hits California police sergeant
On Aug. 22, 2017, in Modesto, California, a police officer was hit by a car while riding his bicycle. It was later found to be a driver who was intoxicated at the time of driving. The police chief confirmed the death of the sergeant on the police department’s Facebook site. When the emergency call came […]
What to do if your car has been damaged by another driver
It can be a frustrating experience to have your property damaged with no clear idea on how to move forward. This blog post deals with the basic things to consider if your parked car was damaged by another car. Preserve evidence You may not have been at the scene when the incident took place, but […]
Are self-driving cars rear-end targets in the Bay Area?
What is it about the Bay Area’s self-driving cars that appear to be targets for rear-end collisions? Last month, a bicyclist from the South of Market district (SoMa) hit the rear of a self-driving vehicle made by General Motors in the area of 11th and Mission Streets shortly before 5:30 a.m. According to the Department […]
Summer is a deadly time for teen drivers
High schools all over the Bay Area are closing for the summer break, leaving teens with unfettered freedom after months of hitting the books. If you are a parent of a teen who is of driving age, your son or daughter has probably already begun making a host of summer plans that involve the use […]
Know the factors that go into car accident injury claims
We recently discussed some of the things you can do and what rights you have after you are involved in a car accident. These points are all important because making sure that you know these points can help you if you choose to seek compensation. When you seek compensation, there are several points that you need […]
Driving in San Francisco is not for the faint of heart
San Francisco is one of America’s most beautiful and cultural cities, but it has its downsides, as all cities do. Traffic congestion, coupled with frequent foggy conditions, make driving in and around the Bay Area, not for the faint of heart. While rush-hour definitely is the most congested time of day, traffic never really levels […]
April Is Distracted Driving Awareness Month
In 2016, an estimated 40,000 people died in motor vehicle wrecks, with many more suffering serious injuries, according to the National Safety Council (NSC). One of the most common causes of these accidents is distracted driving. With that in mind, the NSC has declared April Distracted Driving Awareness Month. The goal is to make people […]
The Truth About Car Accident Settlement Offers
Soon after a car accident, you may be contacted by the negligent driver’s insurance company. A settlement may be offered. Many car accident victims simply accept the settlement and move on with their lives, thinking that is how the process is supposed to work. It is important to be aware that this is not the […]
