CPSC Report Indicates Accidents Involving E-Bikes and Similar Vehicles on the Rise
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CPSC Report Indicates Accidents Involving E-Bikes and Similar Vehicles on the Rise

Wednesday, Sep 14, 2022.

Micromobility devices include e-bikes, e-scooters, and hoverboards. Such devices have become increasingly common sights on California’s roads in recent years. Thus, accidents resulting in harm to those riding such vehicles have also become more common. According to a recent report from the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), between 2017 and 2021, injuries involving riders of

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Metrolink Accidents: Essential Pedestrian Safety Tips

Wednesday, Aug 17, 2022.

A pedestrian on the train tracks near North Irwindale Avenue and East San Bernardino Road in the Sun Valley neighborhood of Los Angeles was killed on Wednesday, August 10 when they were struck by a Metrolink train. Although an investigation began shortly after the accident, it is still too early to determine whether this tragedy

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What California Motorists Need To Know About Drowsy Driving Accidents

Thursday, Jul 14, 2022.

Everyone knows driving while intoxicated is not a smart idea. However, many don’t realize that driving without getting enough sleep beforehand can sometimes be as dangerous as driving while drunk. Estimates from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration indicate that between 2005 and 2009 drowsy driving accounted for approximately 83,000 crashes on average every year.

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Potential Consequences of a Slip & Fall Accident

Friday, Jun 17, 2022.

Slip and falls are among the most common types of accidents Americans are involved in. Although such accidents are sometimes random occurrences that no one is to blame for, it is not uncommon for slip and falls to occur because property owners or managers failed to monitor their properties for hazards. Even if they do

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Essential Responsibilities of Swimming Pool Ownership

Wednesday, May 18, 2022.

Having a swimming pool on one’s property is a goal of many homeowners. However, pool ownership also involves certain responsibilities. While a backyard pool can be a source of fun and relaxation, homeowners with swimming pools must take certain essential steps to minimize the chances of drownings or pool-related accidents occurring on their properties. Specific

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Tips for Drivers: Avoiding Pedestrian Accidents

Wednesday, Apr 13, 2022.

Operating a motor vehicle is a major responsibility. Although many of us don’t actively think about this when we get behind the wheel, the fact remains that when you are driving, you are in control of a machine that has the potential to cause serious harm or even claim a life. You need to take

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6 Signs a Driver May be Drunk

Tuesday, Mar 15, 2022.

Being intoxicated severely hinders one’s ability to safely operate a motor vehicle. Despite this, every year throughout California, drunk drivers cause accidents that claim the lives of innocent victims. Those who survive these accidents may still be left with serious injuries that can have a major impact on their finances and quality of life. Perhaps

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One Sunday In February, Three People Lose Their Lives In Three Separate Crashes

Wednesday, Feb 16, 2022.

It was another night in the middle of February—a pedestrian, a cyclist, and a motorcyclist all lost their lives in separate motor-vehicle crashes. As the night gave way to Valentine’s morning, the streets of Oxnard, Ventura, and Camarillo were awash with sirens and the flashing lights of first responders. It takes less than a second.

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California’s Streets, Highways More Dangerous Than Ever

Thursday, Jan 13, 2022.

California’s streets and highways provide access to some of the most beautiful scenery on the planet, but that does not mean that it is all rainbows and butterflies on the roadway. Now more than ever, traveling California’s roads is a dangerous endeavor. The California Highway Patrol (CHP) reports that fatalities on the Golden State’s roads

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The Different Types of Wrongful Death Cases

Tuesday, Dec 14, 2021.

Wrongful deaths are extremely traumatic experiences for surviving family members of an individual. One of the key factors involved with wrongful death cases is preventability. In most scenarios, someone or some organization is responsible for the death of another, meaning that their negligence has caused extreme pain and suffering for the family members of that

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