Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), 44% of traffic deaths over the Labor Day holiday weekend, between 2014 and 2018, involved drivers who had been drinking. The Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over campaign runs from August 19 to September 7, 2020. This national drunk driving enforcement mobilization campaign is organized each […]
Stop on Red Week 2020
National Stop on Red Week runs from August 2-8. It is a campaign that aims to raise awareness of drivers running red lights, which is a dangerous form of reckless driving. The fact is that injuries and deaths caused by red-light running are totally preventable. The Stop on Red initiative, organized by the National Coalition […]
Most Common Summer Injuries
The summer of 2020 may not seem like a typical season, with all the outdoor activities that have been closed or scaled back due to COVID-19. Nonetheless, many injuries are more common this time of year. The most common injury types include those involving transportation, burns, and outdoor activities; some are detailed below to help […]
How to Get the Most Compensation from a Car Accident
In the United States, there are about 6 million car accidents every year, injuring up to 3 million people. Over 36,000 people died in motor vehicle crashes in 2019 alone. Those who are injured often face high medical bills for tests, medication, surgeries, and care. They may be out of work for some time. However, […]
Jacob’s Journal – Weekly News Rewind: 06/22-06/26
Jacob’s Journal – Weekly News Rewind: 06/22-06/26 Reports of Illegal Fireworks in LA Have Exploded in June Thursday, June 25 (NBC Los Angeles) – According to the LAPD, reports of illegal fireworks increased by 170% compared to the first three weeks of June last year. Officers were sent to investigate complaints of fireworks 1,429 times […]
Coronavirus (COVID-19): Impact on Personal Injury and Auto Accident Cases
Coronavirus could impact the timeline of your personal injury case, and potentially even its value. The coronavirus pandemic has affected every aspect of life. Many courts are closed and the U.S. economy has taken a serious hit. But you can still take steps to maintain your auto accident or personal injury case. The ultimate case value and benefits […]
10 Dangers of Springtime Driving
According to NHTSA crash stats, the number of car crashes in the U.S. spikes in spring. While one would think driving conditions improve, there are still seasonal driving challenges that can make roads dangerous. More drivers on the roads is one factor. But here are 10 hazards you need to be aware of to exercise […]
How to Avoid a DUI on Valentine’s Day
Where do broken hearts go? Sometimes to the nearest watering hole, unfortunately. It is no mystery that drunk driving incidents dramatically increase during a holiday. Emotions are high, and people are either drinking to celebrate or consuming to forget. Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s celebrations all see a spike in DUIs. Even Independence Day and […]
How to Handle a Drunk Driver After an Accident
Despite warnings about the dangers of drunk driving, far too many car accidents, injuries, and fatalities occur every year because of driving under the influence, or DUI. The 2017 Annual Report of the California DUI Management Information System reveals some sobering statistics. In 2015, there were 141,372 total DUI arrests and 116,190 convictions. There were […]
Buckle Your Belt This Holiday Season
‘Tis the season for seat belt safety. If you are among the thousands of Americans hitting the highway this holiday season, remember to buckle up. Wearing your seatbelt significantly improves your chances of survival during a car accident. The statistics paint a very clear picture. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), […]