What California Motorists Need To Know About Drowsy Driving Accidents
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.
CONTINUE READINGNew Traffic Laws Take Effect This Year
An amendment to the hands-free law takes effect on July 1, 2021. Instead of punishing drivers who use their cellphones while driving with fines, the amended law states drivers will receive a fine and have a point added to their license if the violation occurred within 36 months of a prior offence. If you or
CONTINUE READINGDistracted Driving Safety 101
In this digital age, it is nice to have a connection to family and friends at your fingertips, by way of a smartphone. But, when you’re driving, those hands need to stay on the wheel. It is the law in California, after all. At The Law Offices of J. Jeffrey Herman, our Ventura County car
CONTINUE READINGOxnard Pedestrian Struck And Killed Shows A Bigger Problem
Last month, a truck struck and killed a female pedestrian near northwest Oxnard. The woman had been walking at night on a road surrounded by agricultural fields. The road was poorly lit, and the driver of the truck said he did not see her until it was too late. If you or someone you love
CONTINUE READINGTiger Woods’ Crash Brings Up Liability Questions
Someone was notably missing from this year’s Masters Tournament. The biggest name in the world of golf, Tiger Woods was unable to play and may not be able to play in any other events for the foreseeable future. He sustained serious leg injuries in a car crash in the Rancho Palos Verdes section of Los
CONTINUE READINGHow The Pandemic Unexpectedly Increased Fatalities On The Road
When Covid-19 hit the US, shutdowns ensued to keep the virus from spreading too rapidly and overwhelming the medical facilities. People faced long-term unemployment and were encouraged to stay home. With the pandemic stretching on into 2021, it would seem logical that car crash fatalities would decrease. Surprisingly, they did just the opposite. If more
CONTINUE READINGTeen Fatalities in Motor Vehicle Accidents Are Increasing
The day you dread is finally here. Your teenage son has his driver’s license. The day is bitter-sweet. On the one hand, you are so proud. He is growing up. On the other hand, it means an added risk to his life. Suddenly you remember all the things you did when you first started driving.
CONTINUE READINGHead-On Collisions Can Have Devastating Consequences
Head-on collisions are often devastating for drivers and passengers. Unfortunately, this type of collision is not uncommon, and these incidents are regularly caused by the careless or negligent actions of one or more drivers. At the Law Offices of J. Jeffrey Herman, we want to discuss a recent devastating head-on collision that took place in
CONTINUE READINGA Tailgating Incident Leads To Serious Injuries
Drivers in and around Ventura face crowded roadways every day. There are many risks on the roadways, but the truth is that most driving accidents are avoidable. Each day, the Ventura County car accident attorneys at the Law Offices of J. Jeffrey Herman see vehicle accidents caused by the careless or negligent actions drivers. When
CONTINUE READINGHorrific Crash Sees Car Slam Into Home
Most people understand that they face risks when they get behind the wheel of their vehicle, Particularly from impaired drivers. However, there are times when careless and negligent drivers cause harm to those in and around the roadway who are not in vehicles. Today, the Ventura County car accident attorneys at the Law Offices of
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