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Infotainment systems exacerbate driver distraction
Over the last several years, more and more new vehicles have rolled off manufacturer and dealer lots equipped with systems designed to entertain and assist drivers. These are commonly called infotainment systems. They allow drivers to input destination addresses for...
Negligent entrustment explained
After a car accident in Torrance, your hope is that the auto insurance provider of the driver that hit you will help cover the subsequent costs. Receiving such assistance may become more complicated, however, if you find out that the person responsible for your...
Recent wrongful death cases in California
When it comes to a wrongful death decision by a court, the standard of proof for a criminal trial parts ways for the standard in a civil trial. The burden of proof is higher in the criminal trial, as the guilt of the accused party must meet the beyond a reasonable...
Emotional trauma following a motor vehicle accident
After a car crash occurs, the people involved in the accident typically focus on their injuries. Because physical injuries are often immediately obvious, this type of trauma can easily gain recognition. In contrast, psychological injuries can be harder to recognize,...
Do you know what car safety features help prevent accidents?
You may feel ready to buy a new car so you can comfortably get around California. Have you thought about which features may help you avoid being in an auto accident? Policygenius gives a thorough breakdown of safety features you may want to consider. Be sure to keep...
Snapping selfies while driving: A deadly trend
It is not unusual to see friends and family take snapshots while driving. In fact, a quick look on multiple social media platforms shows a surprising number of people doing just that. Instagram has more than 3,880 posts under #drivngselfies and 32,500 under...
Cap on trucker hours lifted during COVID-19
Fatigue among semi-truck drivers has long been acknowledged to be a problem and pose a serious risk to the public. Concerns about trucker fatigue led the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration to develop what is called the Hours of Service rule. This rule caps...
How can you prove wrongful death?
Losing a loved one is never easy, but when your loved one dies as a result of someone’s negligence or wrongdoing, you likely feel enormous anger as well as immense grief. You may wish to consider bringing a wrongful death lawsuit against the person responsible for...
How can I stay safe driving with semis?
While any type of car accident is a bad car accident, accidents involving passenger cars and semi-trucks tend to be some of the most extreme. If you are the driver of a regular four-wheel passenger vehicle, it can be intimidating to share the highways with massive...
Head-on collision leaves 2 injured and 1 dead
Some types of motor vehicle accidents tend to be more serious than others. Head-on collisions can be among the most damaging and sometimes deadly. Such was the case on Highway 1 near Lompoc, California, last Friday evening when a head-on collision between two...
