Cycling is a healthy habit for children and adults alike. It increases cardiovascular fitness and can even help people lose weight. Traveling by bicycle is also cheaper and more environmentally friendly than using a motor vehicle. For all the benefits it offers,...
There is no doubt that driving is a dangerous undertaking. Add to this bad weather and the risks associated with driving increase substantially. In fact, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reports that bad weather accounts for nearly 21 percent...
Any time you drive on the highway, there’s a good chance you will encounter semis and big rigs. These large trucks are an important part of the country’s economy; however, they also present some hazards for others on the roads, especially if you don’t know how to stay...
Motorcyclists are at extreme risk when on the road. Unfortunately, other motorists are often distracted or simply don’t see them on the road, resulting in thousands of accidents across California every year. Unlike individuals in passenger vehicles, motorcyclists...
Sometimes, proving fault in an accident is not so easy. In the absence of witnesses or video footage, it is your word against the other driver. Given that fault is a big part of any car accident claim, how can you show that you were not responsible for the accident?...
While a fun pastime and efficient means of travel, cycling is a dangerous activity when done around motor vehicles and on the open road. Traffic fatalities in California are rising as the popularity of cycling continues its trend upwards. Confusion over the...
After an accident, insurance adjusters of the at-fault driver may reach out with an early offer to settle your claim. Given that you may be in a vulnerable state and worried about your hospital bills and lost income, you may be tempted to accept the offer without a...
Even if it is just a fender bender, getting involved in an auto accident can be a traumatizing experience. The moments following the accident can be confusing, to say the least. However, if you have been involved in a car accident, there are a number of things you...
No matter how safe you try to be on the road, another driver's mistake can lead to a wreck in a matter of seconds. After a crash caused by another driver, you will most likely need to file an insurance claim. Their policy should reimburse you for the damage they...
By design, motorcycle riders are more prone to injuries following an accident than passengers in closed vehicles. This is because the safety features in vehicles such as safety belts or airbags are practically non-existent in motorcycles. Therefore, it is crucial to...