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Ice Cream Truck Safety Laws Aim to Prevent Injury to Children

September 2, 2015 by

Children love ice cream trucks.  The sound of the tinkling ice cream truck music can send kids running from their homes to flag down the truck so they can buy a treat.  The problem is, children may run into busy streets, or they may be struck by a motorist whose view is blocked by the ice cream truck.  California recognizes the risks presented by ice cream trucks, and has included provisions in the California Vehicle Code imposing rules on ice cream trucks designed to … [Read more...]

The Majority of Teen Car Accidents Involve Distracted Teenagers

September 1, 2015 by

Due to their inexperience, teenagers are the demographic group with the greatest likelihood of being in motor vehicle accidents.  Unfortunately, teen drivers face risks not just because they have not driven for very long. They also tend to engage in activities that make driving more dangerous.  One of the riskiest things teenagers do on the road, is become distracted by their smartphones or other electronic devices. It is not legal for teens to use a handheld cell phone, or to … [Read more...]

NHTSA Announces Efforts to Reduce Drowsy Driving Car Accidents

August 27, 2015 by

When a motorist becomes overtired while driving, there can be deadly consequences.  A drowsy driver may have delayed reactions, and impaired judgment.  Being tired behind the wheel can become just as dangerous as being drunk.  As the administrator of the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration (NHTSA) commented: “while not everybody drinks, or texts, or speeds, lack of sleep is a problem we all face.  And falling asleep at the wheel at 70 mph is a … [Read more...]

Sexual Assault: How Are Schools Being Made to Provide Broader Protection?

August 26, 2015 by

Universities have an obligation to create a safe space for students and can be held accountable for failure to act when there are risks of harm.  Currently, there are more than 100 universities across the United States who are under investigation by the Office of Civil Rights for the U.S. Department of Education.  The schools are being investigated for their handling of sexual assault concerns.  Federal laws require schools to take immediate steps to address not just sexual … [Read more...]

Should I Keep a Pain Journal After an Accident?

August 20, 2015 by

In the state of California, the victim of an auto accident or other injuries caused by negligence can be compensated for pain.  Determining an appropriate amount of compensation is difficult, as measuring pain is subjective.  Keeping a pain journal after an accident can be invaluable in helping to demonstrate the extent and the duration of the pain suffered. Why You Should Keep a Pain Journal After An accident California Civil Jury Instructions 2095A addresses physical pain and mental … [Read more...]

Dangerous LA Intersections are Putting Pedestrians at Risk

August 18, 2015 by

Pedestrians face significant dangers when they are hit by a motor vehicle, since they are not protected in any way from the force or impact of the collision. Unfortunately, between 2002 and 2013, there were more than 58,000 accidents involving pedestrians in Los Angeles County.  In many cases, these pedestrians were hurt at intersections that were poorly designed and that created a significant risk of pedestrian collisions. Dangerous LA Intersections Put Pedestrians at Risk of … [Read more...]

Free Report: Slip and Fall Accident in California – What Should You Do?

August 17, 2015 by

When you left your home this morning, you never imagined you would be injured in a slip and fall accident, but you were. Slip and fall accidents can happen anywhere, to anyone, and there is little you can do to prevent it. If you are injured on someone else’s property because they were negligent in maintaining it, you could be entitled to compensation for medical bills, lost time from work and more. What you do at the scene of a slip and fall accident in California can impact your slip and fall … [Read more...]

Would a Bike Lane on Westwood Boulevard Reduce Bike Accidents?

August 13, 2015 by

Westwood Boulevard is a busy road with many cars and bicycles.  More than 3,100 students, faculty members, and staff ride their bicycles to UCLA daily, and as many as 800 of the bike trips occur on Westwood Boulevard.  Unfortunately, from 2002 to 2013, this road was also the site of 52 reported bicycle accidents.  Of those crashes, motorists were found responsible for causing 35 of the collisions. To try to make Westwood Boulevard safer for bicycle riders commuting to school, … [Read more...]

What is Notice in Slip and Fall Cases?

August 12, 2015 by

A personal injury lawsuit after a slip and fall claim allows a victim of fall injuries to secure compensation for losses.  Plaintiffs have the burden of proving several elements of a slip and fall claim if they wish to be paid for their financial and non-economic damages. Notice - the property owner or tenant's knowledge of a dangerous condition - in slip and fall cases is one of the things a plaintiff must prove in a slip and fall case.  Notice can be proven by showing the owner or tenant's … [Read more...]