The Danger of “Overdriving Your Headlights”
Driving at night or through fog requires extra caution, yet many drivers underestimate how far they can actually see. “Overdriving your headlights” happens when a driver moves faster than their headlights allow them to see and stop safely. This is a common mistake that contributes to countless nighttime crashes each year. Understanding...
THE TRUTH ABOUT TRUCKERS UNDER THE INFLUENCE
Trucking is a tedious and stressful job. Drivers sit behind the wheel of their tractor-trailer for upwards of 11 hours per shift. If they run into traffic or bad weather, they may be expected to drive beyond their physical limits to ensure the shipment arrives on time. But could these factors and...
DO TRUCKERS REALLY CAUSE MOST TRUCK CRASHES?
Many experienced truck drivers will tell you that 80% of all truck crashes are not caused by truckers, but by four-wheel vehicles or motorcycles. They claim that many of these crashes are caused by the smaller vehicle merging in front of a large truck, not giving the trucker enough space to avoid...
WHAT TO DO WHEN INJURED IN A CALIFORNIA CAR ACCIDENT
When people are injured in an auto accident in California, they should follow these steps for dealing with the situation. State law requires certain actions to be taken in any car crash, but when people...
BAY AREA ACCIDENT STATS
It’s no secret that the Bay Area has a lot of hazardous roads. Do these factors make driving in the Bay Area more dangerous? To find out, let’s look at some Bay Area accident stats to see how our crashes compare to those in other parts of the country....
The Three Types of Distracted Driving
Distracted driving is one of the most dangerous issues facing drivers on the road. There are numerous hazards associated with it, and it stands as one of the most common causes of car accidents throughout the entire country.
Many people don’t even know they’re driving distracted because they often...
Preventative Actions May Reduce the Risk of Car Accident Injuries
Though many California car accidents result in injuries that could not have been prevented, it is possible for drivers and passengers to take certain precautions before and during a collision that may enable them to avoid some injuries. Injuries ranging...
Can a Car Accident Lead to PTSD?
Whenever a devastating car crash occurs, there can be long-lasting impacts on those involved. These injuries are often disabling not only physically, but also mentally. In car accidents where you sustain severe injuries, you may also suffer from post-traumatic stress disorder which could impact your entire life.
Post-traumatic stress disorder (commonly...
Safe Driving Tips: How to Be a Defensive Driver
Staying safe is imperative in all situations, especially when you’re on the road. Unfortunately, it’s impossible to determine how the other drivers on the road will act, but there are some things you can do that help to keep you as safe as possible.
Defensive driving is one of...
The Dangerous Roads of the Bay Area
California, in general, is one of the most dangerous places to drive. There are countless drivers on the road, many of whom fail to adhere to traffic laws or show respect to others. In the Bay Area, there are some roads that prove to be more dangerous than others.