Jacob’s Journal – Weekly News Rewind (09/21-09/25)
Fatal Crash Causes Hourslong Closure of Southbound 405 Freeway in Harbor Gateway Area Thursday, September 24 (KTLA 5) – According to the California Highway Patrol (CHP), a multi-vehicle crash occurred on the Southbound 405 Freeway near Normandie Avenue, shortly after 3:30 a.m. Thursday. At least three vehicles were involved, including a pickup truck and a […]
Jacob’s Journal – Weekly News Rewind (09/14-09/18)
Unhealthy Air from Wildfires Continues to Put Damper Over L.A. Region Tuesday, September 15 (KTLA 5) – The South Coast Air Quality Management District issued a smoke advisory on Tuesday as harmful air quality due to wildfires persists across Southern California. A forecast for unhealthy air quality was issued for Los Angeles, Orange County, the […]
Car Accidents Caused by Dangerous Road Conditions
For the most part, car accidents are caused by driver error or negligence. A smaller number of crashes, however, are caused by road conditions and hazards. These can be just as dangerous or deadly, but the blame can’t be placed on a speeding, drunk, or distracted driver. Other parties can be liable for damages. They […]
Jacob’s Journal – Weekly News Rewind (09/07-09/11)
California Wildfires Growing Bigger, Moving Faster Than Ever Thursday, September 10 (NBC Los Angeles) – According to fire experts, wildfire behavior is becoming more extreme due to drought and warming temperatures. A fire in the Sierra National Forest on Labor Day weekend moved 15 miles in a day, said fire officials, trapping hundreds of campers, […]
What to Do After a Construction Accident
With so many hazards, construction is one of the most dangerous industries to work in. There were about 80,000 nonfatal construction injuries in 2015, with 985 deaths. In 2018, there were 1,008 deaths, representing 21.1% of all worker fatalities that year, according to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). A construction site accident can […]
How Much Will I Get for Pain and Suffering from a Car Accident?
How Much Will I Get for Pain and Suffering From a Car Accident in California? After a crash, the bills are only part of what you’re dealing with. Pain, stress, sleep issues, missed activities, and the disruption to your daily life are real harms—and California law can allow compensation for them. The hard part is […]
Jacob’s Journal – Weekly News Rewind (08/31-09/04)
3 Sought in Hit-and-Run Crash That Left Multiple Vehicles Damaged, Power Pole Down in North Hollywood Thursday, September 3 (KTLA 5) – Following a hit-and-run crash in North Hollywood on Thursday morning, police are searching for three males involved in the incident, who are believed to have fled on foot. The crash was reported at […]
Jacob’s Journal – Weekly News Rewind (08/24-08/28)
Police and Protesters Clash in Downtown LA; Arrests, Injuries Reported Thursday, August 27 (NBC Los Angeles) – Protests against police brutality turned violent Wednesday night as protesters and police clashed inside the Third Street tunnel in downtown Los Angeles. Officers fired rubber bullets into the crowd while wearing riot gear. An unknown number of people […]
Common Injuries from Rollover Accidents and Crashes
Although not the most common types of car accidents, rollover accidents are the most dangerous. A rollover crash is when a vehicle’s roof contacts the ground during a crash. It can cause occupants to be ejected or crushed. In 2018, rollover car accidents accounted for 29% of all passenger vehicle occupant fatalities (but involve less […]
Jacob’s Journal – Weekly News Rewind (08/17-08/21)
Teen DUI Suspect Arrested After Car Collides With Bus in East L.A., Sending 14 to Hospital Wednesday, August 19 (KTLA 5) – A 17-year-old was arrested by police on suspicion of DUI after a collision between a Metro bus and the driver’s Volkswagen Beetle on Wednesday morning. Authorities said 14 people were hospitalized as a […]