THE TRUTH ABOUT ELDERLY DRIVERS
It is a longstanding stereotype that elderly drivers are more likely to be involved in a crash. While that may be the public perception, determining whether this view is accurate requires a little investigation.
THE BASICSAt the outset, it is crucial to recognize that...
THE DANGERS OF DROWSY DRIVING
If you are ever out for the evening and find that you are struggling to keep your eyes open, getting behind the wheel to drive home could be a huge mistake. But just how dangerous is drowsy and fatigued driving, and how does it compare to other kinds of impairment?
YES, CANNABIS MAKES YOU UNSAFE TO DRIVE
It is a common and dangerous myth that cannabis use does not impact driving ability. This claim is, of course, false. Still, it brings an important issue into the spotlight: how exactly does cannabis impact driving ability?
UNDER THE INFLUENCEWhile recreational cannabis use is...
Is Lane-Splitting Safe?
If you’ve found yourself in California traffic, you’ve likely seen a motorcyclist driving between you and the car in the lane next to you. This is called “lane-splitting.” While this practice is legal, many Californians are asking: Is lane-splitting safe?
The Basics of Lane-SplittingLane...
The California Highway Survival Guide
If you find yourself stuck in California’s notorious highway traffic, you're not alone. Every day, thousands of drivers experience slowdowns on I-5, the 101, or one of the Bay Area’s many congested roadways. While we can’t always avoid traffic, we can take steps to avoid making it worse—and more dangerous. The way...
TIPS FOR SAFE DRIVING IN SAN FRANCISCO
Driving in any old American city can be difficult, especially when the city was founded before cars were invented. Many of our oldest roads weren’t designed with motor vehicles in mind, which creates a number of challenges when trying to drive through these areas in the modern day. To help you on...
THE PROBLEM WITH BLUE HEADLIGHTS
Have you ever found yourself struggling to keep your eyes open when a car with blue headlights approaches? You are not alone. Blue headlights increase visibility for their owner, but is it possible that they are endangering everyone else on the road? To find out, we need to understand the problem with...
DRIVER SAFETY TIPS FOR HALLOWEEN
Halloween is one of the most dangerous nights of the year for pedestrians. On average, children are twice as likely to be struck by a car on Halloween. While it’s always good to practice pedestrian safety and wear high-visibility costumes, it is equally important for drivers to understand the risks and practice...
Strategies to Avoid Jackknifing
A jackknife accident occurs when the trailer of a truck swings out to the side, forming an angle with the cab that resembles a folding pocketknife. This often causes the driver to lose control, leading to serious collisions with nearby vehicles. Jackknifing can happen quickly and without warning, especially when road conditions...
CAN I SUE FOR CAR ACCIDENT DAMAGES IF I WAS PARTIALLY AT-FAULT?
After the breaking glass and contorting metal of a head-on collision or other serious car accident has ended, the process of sorting out liability begins with the police accident investigation. Sometimes, the evidence points to one negligent driver,...