It’s a situation that most drivers face time after time. You’re navigating an already challenging route to your destination just to find that you’re surrounded by commercial trucks. While sharing the road is important, it doesn’t necessarily mean that truckers will...
Year: 2020
What to do after a dog bite
A bite from a dog can range in severity from a superficial puncture wound to a disfiguring injury. Regardless of its severity, it is important that you respond appropriately to it so that you can avoid medical complications and protect your legal rights. The...
Understanding Orange County’s dog bite laws
If you reside in Orange County, you should understand the local dog bite laws in order to protect yourself in case of a dog bite injury. Dog bites are a category of personal injury that affects both the owner and dog bite victim. What happens after a dog bites...
Safe bike habits can prevent accident and injuries
From feeling the wind against your skin to experimenting on new routes, biking is an experience unlike many other. After putting several fulfilling miles into your bicycle, you might feel invincible. But, unfortunately, anyone riding, driving or walking on a road can...
Do you know how to keep your kids safe from dog bites?
No one wants to believe a dog would ever harm them, but the unfortunate reality is that dog bites aren’t a rare occurrence. Over 4.5 million people in the U.S. are bitten by dogs each year, and at least half of dog bite victims are children. Children aren’t just more...
What debts qualify for a Chapter 7 bankruptcy discharge?
If you have debts that you cannot pay off, bankruptcy can offer you relief. But before you go through with a filing, you may want to understand how the process can help you. And if you file a Chapter 7 bankruptcy, one of the most significant benefits is the discharge...
Staying safe when driving near commercial trucks
It can be difficult for everyday drivers to understand the extra accommodations that truck drivers need on the road. Their size and weight create unique challenges that can become hazardous if others on the road are unaware of them. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety...
How does California decide who is at fault in a car accident?
When you get into a car accident, you are probably reeling. It’s overwhelming to figure out what happened and what you need to do now. As you work through getting the information of the other person involved and reporting the incident to your insurance company, you’re...
California auto insurers slow to penalize distracted drivers
As an insured motorist, you know that your auto insurance company can raise your rates if you do something it does not like. For example, speeding tickets or turning a certain age can make your monthly premiums go up. Just how much your premiums will rise depends on...
3 injuries to look out for after a car accident
A car accident that occurs at even a low-rate of speed can result in catastrophic injuries. The dangerous part is certain injuries may not appear symptomatic until days or weeks after the accident. It’s important to have a medical examination performed as soon as...