For years, Californians have enjoyed the privilege of wearing ear buds while they drive around town or biking along city streets. Whether you were talking to a co-worker or listening to the new Rihanna, you could hear everything loud and clear without any distractions. Lawmakers in Sacramento, however, saw it differently. They, along with some […]
Learn More About New Law Requires California Drivers to Give Up Their Ear BudsFirst his daughter. Then his wife. Now, the father of deceased Fast and the Furious star Paul Walker is filing a wrongful death claim against Porsche. Walker’s father claims that had there been features such as a stability control system, side-door reinforcement and a breakaway fuel line, the actor may have survived a tragic car accident. Paul […]
Learn More About Porsche Faces Yet Another Paul Walker LawsuitFireworks are hazardous, but they aren’t the only dangers to avoid on the Fourth of July. The roadways are particularly dangerous during the summer holidays. When you are traveling to or from a July 4 party this year, please remember to leave plenty of space and to look out for reckless drivers. Here are a […]
Learn More About Dangers to Avoid on the Road This July 4 WeekendExperiencing a sudden and unexpected tire blowout is a terrifying experience. Many drivers have to learn on the fly what they are supposed to do after a blowout. It is best, however, to know what to do in the event of an accident before it happens to you. Otherwise, you could put yourself in harm’s […]
Learn More About What to Do if Your Tires Blow OutFebruary is when drivers are asked to reflect on their driving behavior and the way that they react when other drivers make poor decisions. Think about the last time you were cut off by a speeding motorist and how you responded. Your heart probably started pumping faster and you may have even yelled or made […]
Learn More About February is Aggressive Driving MonthLabor Day weekend marks the unofficial end of summer and is statistically one of the deadliest times for traffic fatalities. The National Safety Council (NSC) estimates that the nation could see 405 fatalities this Labor Day weekend. The automobile accident attorneys at the Jurewitz Law Group Injury & Accident Lawyers in San Diego want you […]
Learn More About Stay Safe This Labor Day WeekendSix years ago, the state of California banned the use of cellphones while driving (except for hands-free technology). Those under 18-years-old are banned from even using hands-free technology and everybody in the state is banned from texting while driving. Ostensibly, the laws were enacted to reduce accidents caused by those using mobile devices while driving. […]
Learn More About Does Banning Cell Phone Use While Driving Really Decrease Accident Rates?You have decided that the old tires on your car need to be replaced, so you go to a tire store and pick some “new” tires to replace those old and potentially dangerous tires. But, are those “new” tires actually safe? What you might not know is that a tire that may have been presented […]
Learn More About Are Your ‘New Tires’ Actually Old and Dangerous?Google Glass allows users to capture video, run searches, and perform other tasks without taking their hands off the wheel – but is it safe to use while driving? State, local, and even national governments are currently weighing the question and coming to very different answers. In the United Kingdom, the Department of Transport initially […]
Learn More About Google Glass Behind the Wheel: Weighing the Risks and BenefitsAlthough San Diego is blessed with better year-round weather than many parts of the United States, drivers in southern California should still prepare themselves and their vehicles for winter. If you ever get stuck or suffer an accident during a downpour or other bad weather, you’ll be glad you planned ahead. To prepare your car […]
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