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 […]
Jacob’s Journal – Weekly News Rewind (08/03-08/07)
Man Arrested After Crash Involving Tesla, Ferrari in Beverly Hills Wednesday, August 5 (KTLA 5) – Following an early Wednesday morning crash in Beverly Hills, which resulted in one arrest, police were investigating the incident. The two-vehicle crash near Sunset Boulevard and North Canon Drive left a Ferrari and Tesla badly damaged. It caused minor […]
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 […]
Jacob’s Journal – Weekly News Rewind (07/27-07/31)
4 Hospitalized After Rollover Crash in Los Angeles Monday, July 27 (KTLA 5) – A two-vehicle collision occurred in the Green Meadows neighborhood of Los Angeles on Monday night, at an intersection near 452 East Century Blvd. The crash, which involved six adults, occurred around 8:20 p.m., according to the LAFD. Four were taken to […]
Jacob’s Journal – Weekly News Rewind: 07/20-07/24
California Sees Record-Breaking Number of New Cases, Gov. Newsom Announces Wednesday, July 22 (ABC 7) – Governor Gavin Newsom announced during a Wednesday press conference that, over 24 hours, a record-breaking 12,807 people tested positive for COVID-19 in California. The case count reflects a 10% positivity rate among those tested. California now has the most […]
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: 07/13-07/17
LA County Reports Single-Day Record Of New COVID-19 Cases, Hospitalizations Tuesday, July 14 (CBS Los Angeles) – On Tuesday, the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health reported 4,244 new cases of coronavirus (for a total of 140,307) and 2,103 hospitalizations. Of these, 27% were in intensive care and 19% were on ventilators. The county […]
Top 5 Bicycle Safety Tips
More Americans are using bicycles to commute, exercise, or as a primary means of transportation. However, sharing the road with motorists comes with risks. A bicycle accident involving a larger, heavier vehicle can lead to serious injury and permanent disabilities. It can even be fatal for a cyclist. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety […]
Jacob’s Journal – Weekly News Rewind: 07/06-07/10
LA Could Face 2nd Mandatory Stay-At-Home Order If COVID Cases Continue to Rise, Garcetti Warns Thursday, July 9 (ABC 7) – During a press conference Wednesday, Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti warned of a second mandatory stay-at-home order if the current trend of coronavirus cases and hospitalizations continues. He also said the color-coded risk assessment […]
July Is National Fireworks Safety Month
Fireworks caused over 12,000 injuries in 2017, with half involving children and teens, which required medical treatment. During the weeks around the 4th of July, the risk of an accident is highest, as 67% of fireworks-related injuries occurred from June 16 to July 16—so no wonder July is National Fireworks Safety Month. While illegal fireworks […]