Traffic congestion in California is not only common, it's to be expected by almost every motorist in the state. Because of the congestion, accidents happen quite frequently, with a lot of them involving trucks of all sizes and loads. But, what is it about truck...
Month: March 2017
Distracted driving and lingering effects
The federal government has determined that distracted driving causes about 16 percent of the deadly accidents in the United States during a given year. That means that around 5,000 people are killed as a result, either when they are hit by distracted drivers or when...
Fatal California hit and run with a possible twist
On Tuesday, March 21, a male pedestrian was struck by an automobile mere yards away from the Santa Monica Police Department. Paramedics provided immediate treatment for the victim at the scene before he was taken to the hospital. Unfortunately, he died at the...
Maintain your car’s brakes: They’re essential to your safety
At , we represent Los Angeles residents who suffer serious injuries in motor vehicle crashes. As such, we have analyzed a lot of car accident cases to determine how they happened, giving us a detailed understanding of motor vehicle safety....
Stay safe while biking on Manhattan Beach
How safe is cycling?Many cyclists say that it's a relatively safe sport or hobby if you're careful, while others say that an accident is only a matter of luck and time. Either way, it's important to use whatever safety measures you can to protect yourself while you're...
California motorcyclist deaths drop as nation’s rises
There's good news and bad news for California motorcyclists.If you only glance at the headlines, the first thing that stands out to California residents is probably that California is one of the most deadly states in the nation for bikers -- second only to Florida...
5-year-old boy killed in hit-and-run
A 19-year-old man has turned himself into law enforcement in connection with fatal hit-and-run collision. The victim was a 5-year-old boy .The accident occurred in the Florence neighborhood at the intersection of Towne Avenue and 82nd Street about 5:15 p.m. on a...
Fight preconceived notions after a motorcycle crash
Motorcyclists should be able to enjoy the open road without having to worry about other drivers crashing into them. Unfortunately, the small size of the motorcycles and the inattentiveness of other drivers is often a devastating combination. When you are struck by...
Mild traumatic brain injuries are still a major injury
After a car accident, you might think that you got away with only scrapes and bruises, or that your injuries only included a hurt limb. These should certainly receive proper medical attention, and you should also make sure that your medical care provider looks for...
Reducing motorcycle accidents on California roads
If you are like other biking enthusiasts in Manhattan Beach, you probably spend a lot of time thinking about motorcycle safety. No one who enjoys riding motorcycles wants to be the victim of an accident. While you deserve applause for being so safety conscious, you...