What Are the Main Causes of Pedestrian Accidents in LA?
Los Angeles spans 503 square miles and has different levels of pedestrian accessibility throughout. Some areas, like Venice or Sunset Boulevard, are very walkable, while other areas are on top of hills or surrounded by freeways. The reality is that auto accessibility is prioritized over pedestrian access throughout much of the city.
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Are Electric Scooters Safe? What to Consider Before You Ride
In a growing number of cities across the country, self-serve electric scooter rentals have become a common sight. With this rise in e-scooter use, electric scooter-related injuries and crashes have also seen an alarming spike. This has left many wondering: are electric scooters safe?
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What Areas Have the Highest Risk of a Wrong Way Crash?
One of the most frightening scenarios a driver can face is seeing the headlights of another vehicle coming straight toward them. Wrong-way collisions accounted for more than 400 deaths per year in the United States between 2015 and 2018, according to the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA).
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When Are Employers Liable Under California Heat Stroke Law?
California heat stroke law requires companies to ensure that employees working outside have access to adequate shade and water when temperatures exceed 80°F (with additional measures and protections for temperatures of 95°F and above) through CIV § 3395, the Cal/OSHA Heat Illness Prevention Standard. Unfortunately, not all companies follow these essential rules.
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Why is Distracted Driving a Problem, Especially for Teen Drivers?
The list of distractions that drivers must contend with on the road continues to grow, as smartphones, music, podcasts, and even billboards all compete for the attention of those behind the wheel. In the current era, it’s hard enough for adults to stay focused while driving - let alone teenagers. Unfortunately, all too often this results in serious injuries caused by distracting driving accidents.
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Can I Sue For a Car Accident Caused by Mechanical Failure?
If you’ve been in an automotive collision and you believe it may have been caused by faulty repairs or negligent work on your car, you may be wondering what legal options are available to you. You may also be wondering “Can you sue a mechanic for not fixing your car?” The short answer is “Yes, you can.”
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Why Do Car Crashes Happen? 2020’s Rise in Fatalities Explained
In 2020, a record low number of cars were on the road. At the same time, a high record number of fatal crashes occurred. Preliminary data from the National Safety Council shows that an estimated 42,060 people died in motor vehicle accidents in 2020, which is an 8% increase from 2019. This sharp increase in fatalities during historically mild traffic conditions has left road safety officials wondering: “Why do car crashes happen when our roads are emptier than ever before?”
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Asking All the Right Personal Injury Interview Questions
Injuries can be frustrating, painful, and traumatic experiences. If you’ve suffered a personal injury, you might have concerns about speaking to an attorney, and wonder what questions a lawyer would ask a client in situations like yours.
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Who is Responsible for Self-Driving Car Accidents?
In 2019, there were more than 31 million cars worldwide with at least some level of autonomous capabilities – a number that is forecasted to surpass 54 million in 2024. As the number of cars on the road with even partial automated functionality continues to grow, so too do the legal issues with autonomous vehicles, including the debate over who is responsible for self-driving car accidents in the United States.
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Hiring the Right Riverside Construction Accident Lawyers
Since the early 2000s, Riverside, California continues to reap the rewards of a $1.57 billion federal investment to improve infrastructure, roads, and parks. Between 2010 and 2014, the Riverside Renaissance saw a small city of just over 300,000 people experience a flip in job growth to the positive, from -1.6% to 3.7%.
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