Construction zones are a common sight on highways and roads, often leading to delays and frustration for drivers. However, they can also be a major safety hazard, contributing to an increase in car accidents. Learn about why road construction can lead to more car...
As you probably know, can accidents can be extremely stressful. After all, in addition to having damage to your vehicle, you might have an injury that affects virtually all parts of your life. Like other stressful situations, of course, car accidents can make you feel...
As spring quickly turns to summer, you are going to notice more drivers hauling building and landscape supplies home from big-box stores. If motorists do not own a pickup truck or trailer, they might try to strap lumber and other large items to the tops of their cars....
On the road, all drivers must remain alert and sober. Tragically, some drivers get behind the wheel after drinking, and they have an especially high chance of causing an accident that could result in death or serious injuries. It is vital for drivers to recognize how...
Whiplash happens when the head rapidly moves forward and backward, causing muscles and ligaments to strain. While whiplash usually is not a catastrophic injury, it can lead to one. Indeed, if you have whiplash after a car accident, you also might have spinal cord...
As the core of a metropolitan area, Sacramento has its share of bad traffic. A recent report puts the city's traffic as one of the 20 worst in the nation. With high congestion often comes accidents. When travelers can identify dangerous locations ahead of time, they...
When you walk near moving vehicles, it is crucial to recognize the risks that you face. Whether you find yourself in a parking lot or alongside a busy street, you become particularly vulnerable as a pedestrian. Sadly, many pedestrians lose their lives when these...
To legally operate a vehicle in California, drivers must have some type of insurance coverage. In the best-case scenario, the policy covers any damage caused by an accident instigated by the at-fault driver. This can be property damage, medical bills and even wrongful...
Ensuring everyone’s safety is the most important first step after a vehicle collision. However, once it is safe to do so, documenting the accident and the scene itself may prove critical. Whether you need to file an insurance claim or become involved in an accident...
It bears repeating that the roads in northern California have hazards and that you should take precautions to remain safe. While you cannot avoid all accidents, you can take measures to increase your safety. Defensive driving refers to practices that minimize risks by...