Category: Motor Vehicle Accidents

The thing about odds is that they’re not a perfect science in that they realistically don’t apply to everyone the same way. For instance, by looking at the statistics, you can figure out your odds of passing away in a car accident in the United States. However, are your odds really the same if you’re…

When most people think of the biggest drinking night of the year, New Year’s Eve, the 4th of July or even St. Patrick’s Day may come to mind. Although there is no hard evidence to support the widely-held belief, bartenders all over America agree that “Black(out) Wednesday” is actually their biggest alcohol sales night. Never…

Burns caused by car accidents can be some of the worst. They’re chemically induced and heat up very quickly, causing a lot more damage than burns from other sources. Combined with smoke, a victim inside a vehicle is in serious danger. Most people who suffer from minor burns can recover without any complications, but major…

The justice system in the United States has you covered if a reckless or unlawful driver hurts you, but wouldn’t it be better to prevent your car accident in the first place? The answer to this question is obvious, but it’s worth asking the question to draw attention to the fact that an ounce of…

Motor vehicle manufacturers are human and they make mistakes. The problem is that American consumers — drivers and passengers alike — often become the guinea pigs that determine over time whether a particular manufactured item is dangerous or not. In the case of a defective or dangerously-manufactured vehicle, injured motorists and passengers will have the…

Driving an automobile comes with real and serious risks. Unfortunately, no one who lives in the modern world can avoid these risks. Whether you own a car or not, you’re bound to ride in a vehicle at some point. It might be a bus, taxi, your own car or the car of your friend. Even…

In a recent blog entry, a fatal accident near Roseville was discussed. As pointed out, it’s important to winterize your vehicle. This helps prepare you for any weather-related fastballs Mother Nature might hit you with this season. Tips for winterizing your car or truck Roseville residents usually don’t have to worry too much about snow…

To live in California is to commute. Almost anywhere you live, your job lies elsewhere, so commuting becomes the norm. Even with carpooling and public transit, that’s still a lot of Californians in vehicles jockeying for position on the freeways and streets. Inevitably, deadly disasters occur, as was the case recently in the Sierras on…

Buses are heavy vehicles that are cumbersome and difficult to maneuver, making them prone to accidents. On top of this fact, due to their weight and size, buses can cause catastrophic and deadly injuries when they strike pedestrians and passenger vehicles. Example of a recent fatal bus accident Following a recent Redwood City bus accident,…

Car accidents happen for many different reasons, but the sad truth is that most are preventable. With just a few minutes of reviewing the rules of the road and traveling a bit slower when behind the wheel, people could help prevent serious injuries and unnecessary deaths. Accidents involving SUVs often result in rollovers, partially because…