29Jun 2022 by Pat Geddie
In-Car Systems Are Also Distracting

In-Car Systems Are Also Distracting

Auto Accident
While in-car information systems help to ensure that drivers don’t need to take their hands off the wheel when making calls and implementing their GPSs, statistics demonstrate that this hasn’t panned out in terms of safety. All too often, those in-car screens prove distracting, which is a dangerous form of driver negligence that is far too common. If a motorist who is distracted by his or her in-car information system – or anything else – leaves you injured, discuss your claim with an experienced Beverly Hills car accident attorney. According to AAA Research shared by the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety reports that in-car screen systems that are designed to share information with drivers in hands-free mode too often steal their attention for dangerously long stretches. When engaging in complicated…
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29Jun 2022 by Pat Geddie
Why Tourists Get into Car Accidents in Beverly Hills

Why Tourists Get into Car Accidents in Beverly Hills

Auto Accident
While Beverly Hills is a small city that spans less than 6 square miles (compared to Los Angeles’s footprint of 503 square miles), it sees more than its fair share of car accidents, and tourists play a primary role in this risk factor. If you or someone you love has been injured by another driver’s negligence, it’s time to consult with an experienced Beverly Hills car accident lawyer. The Statistics According to Beverly Hills Magazine (relying on statistics culled from UC Berkeley’s Transportation Injury Mapping Systems), Beverly Hills averaged about 400 traffic crashes per square mile from 2015 to 2020, while Los Angeles averaged about 232 per square mile. Tourism is considered an important piece of this puzzle. Instagram Driven Nestled near both Hollywood and Los Angeles, Beverly Hills attracts…
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29Jun 2022 by Pat Geddie
Red Light Collisions

Red Light Collisions

Auto Accident
Statistically, intersections are some of the most dangerous spots on our roadways, and motorists who fail to obey the traffic lights in these intersections often cause dangerous car accidents. If a motorist’s failure to stop at a red light leaves you or someone you love injured, consulting with an experienced Beverly Hills car accident attorney is well-advised. When Motorists Run Red Lights The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety (IIHS) reports on exactly how dangerous it is when motorists run red lights. Consider the following: Every year, tens of thousands of people are injured by motorists who run red lights. In 2020 alone, 928 people were killed in accidents caused by motorists who failed to stop for red lights. In 2020 alone, almost 116,000 people were injured by motorists who failed…
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29Jun 2022 by Pat Geddie
Commercial Truck Driver Errors

Commercial Truck Driver Errors

Truck Accident
Truck accidents are some of the most violent, terrifying, and dangerous accidents on our roads, and they are often caused by errors on the part of truck drivers. If you find yourself in the difficult position of being injured by a truck driver’s negligence, you shouldn’t delay consulting with an experienced Beverly Hills truck accident attorney. Truck Accidents Are on the Rise The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) shares the following statistics, which demonstrate that dangerous truck accidents are on the rise: The number of trucks involved in fatal accidents rose by 2 percent from 2018 to 2019.The number of trucks involved in injury-causing accidents rose by 6 percent from 2018 to 2019.The accident involvement rate (crashes per 100 million miles traveled) for commercial trucks increased by 4 percent…
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29Jun 2022 by Pat Geddie
Can We Rely on Driverless Cars to Be Safe?

Can We Rely on Driverless Cars to Be Safe?

Auto Accident
According to Kelley Blue Book, truly driverless cars remain theoretical. Further, there are no cars currently on our roads in which the drivers can even remove their hands from the wheel – except under exacting conditions. This makes the question of “are these vehicles safe” challenging to answer. Let’s take a closer look. Categorizing Driverless Cars Self-driving cars are divided into two groups that include driver support and autonomous systems. Systems that offer driver support take some of the load off the driver, and examples include: Assistance with lane-keepingAdaptive (or intelligent) cruise controlHands-free capabilities Autonomous systems, on the other hand, don’t require a driver’s assistance. There are no vehicles on our roads that are truly autonomous, but there is a rideshare project in the beginning stages. Levels of Autonomy There…
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29Jun 2022 by Pat Geddie
Motorcycle Safety Gear for Summer

Motorcycle Safety Gear for Summer

Motorcycle Accident
California summers often bring exceptionally hot days, and while Beverly Hills and surrounding areas offer some beautiful drives, the traffic increases the risk that motorcycle accidents will happen – and they tend to be quite dangerous. If you’re gearing up for a summer on your bike, there are some important considerations to keep in mind. If you or someone you love is injured in a motorcycle accident that was caused by another driver’s negligence, it’s in your best interest to consult with an experienced Beverly Hills motorcycle accident attorney. Staying Safe on Your Bike The State of California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) shares what every motorcyclist needs to do in order to help protect himself or herself from the dangers of the road, including: Wear a motorcycle helmet that…
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29Jun 2022 by Pat Geddie
Amazon Drivers Can Cause Crashes

Amazon Drivers Can Cause Crashes

Truck Accident
Amazon delivers a lot of packages, and as a result, the huge company has a lot of delivery drivers under contract. These drivers are under considerable pressure to deliver, and in the process, they sometimes cause serious delivery truck accidents. If you’ve been injured by an Amazon delivery driver’s negligence, don’t put off consulting with an experienced Beverly Hills delivery truck accident attorney. Amazon Expects Speedy Delivery Amazon leads the way in terms of speedy deliveries, and they have been accused of losing sight of safety in the process. According to The Press-Enterprise, many of the delivery drivers who contract through Amazon complain that the company implements an automated system that prioritizes the delivery of packages over safety – and that penalizes delivery drivers in the process. Specifically, Amazon is…
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29Jun 2022 by Pat Geddie
Common Pedestrian Injuries

Common Pedestrian Injuries

Personal Injury
Pedestrians are exceptionally vulnerable to serious injuries and immense losses when they are injured in traffic accidents, and pedestrian accidents involving those over the age of 65 are on the rise in California. If a motorist’s negligence leaves you or your loved one injured in a pedestrian accident, seek the legal counsel of an experienced Beverly Hills pedestrian accident attorney. Pedestrian Accidents  The California Office of Traffic Safety reports that while the rate of pedestrian accidents decreased slightly in 2019 (over 2018), it experienced a more significant increase for pedestrians over the age of 65. Suffice to say that, when you are on foot, you are at more considerable risk and should always make safety your top priority. Common Injuries Experienced by Pedestrians  While pedestrians can incur nearly any kind…
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29Jun 2022 by Pat Geddie
How Much Does a Car Accident Injury Cost?

How Much Does a Car Accident Injury Cost?

Auto Accident
While it is impossible to say exactly how much your car accident injury will ultimately cost, it is not a stretch to say that you can expect your losses to be considerable (even for a relatively minor accident). If you find yourself in the difficult situation of having been injured by another driver’s negligence, the best path forward is with an experienced Beverly Hills car accident attorney in your corner. Your Car Accident  The California Office of Traffic Safety reports that traffic fatalities in the state decreased by about 5 percent in 2019 (over 2018), but that the overall number remains high (3,606). In California, you can seek compensation for the covered losses (or legal damages) that you incur as a result of another driver’s negligence in four basic categories.…
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29Jun 2022 by Pat Geddie
Uninsured Drivers in California

Uninsured Drivers in California

Auto Accident
If you are injured by another driver’s negligence, you turn to that driver’s insurance provider to cover the losses you incur. If that driver doesn’t carry the car insurance he or she is required to, it leaves you in a difficult position, but an experienced Beverly Hills car accident attorney can help. Uninsured Motorists Are Out There  According to the Insurance Information Institute (III), the following uninsured motorist statistics apply: 12.6 percent of motorists in 2019 did not carry car insurance. This was after an all-time high of 13.1 percent in 2017. The State of California ranked in the top ten states with the highest estimated percentage of uninsured motorists in 2019 (in the tenth spot). If the Driver Who Leaves You Injured Isn’t Covered  If the driver who causes…
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