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2 hurt in crash when driver failed to stop at intersection

by patriciaturnage | Apr 17, 2020 | Truck Accidents

A crash can lead to significant injuries, especially when a driver is under the influence. When a person is driving under the influence, they may not slow down or react to a potential oncoming collision, leading to a collision at a higher speed. Crashes at higher...

Do you know the pedestrian accident statistics in California?

by patriciaturnage | Apr 14, 2020 | Auto-Pedestrian Accidents

As someone who enjoys taking your bike out for a ride or walking along the pathways through the area, you usually feel safe but know that there is always a risk to you. If a driver isn't paying attention or doesn't see you, you could end up involved in a serious...

Motorcyclists face dangers on the roads, statistics show

by patriciaturnage | Apr 9, 2020 | Firm News

You love traveling and getting to see people. You also love feeling the wind against you as you ride. There's a certain amount of adrenaline that you get on your motorcycle. You're in the elements and get to feel every little bump on the road. You feel in control and...

Crushed bones and tissues may require amputation

by patriciaturnage | Apr 8, 2020 | Motorcycle Accidents

You were riding a motorcycle when your worst nightmare happened. A driver who was waiting to make a turn suddenly pulled out in front of you. She apparently didn't see you, even though the road was straight and you were highly visible.When you awoke in the hospital,...

How big of a problem is distracted driving?

by patriciaturnage | Apr 7, 2020 | Truck Accidents

Distracted driving is a major problem here in California and elsewhere in the United States. Many changes in the law in recent years have made it illegal for motorists to talk on the phone, text and surf the internet while driving. Drivers engage in these activities...

When are construction accidents most apt to occur?

by patriciaturnage | Mar 26, 2020 | Construction Workers' Accidents

Data published by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) shows that at least 20% of all fatalities that occur on the job happen at construction sites. This makes this field one of the more dangerous ones for someone to work in. There are some trends...

Did your spouse suffer a mild brain injury in a car accident?

by patriciaturnage | Mar 19, 2020 | Firm News

Mild brain injuries are common in car accidents, and many of them occur without a victim realizing it. The confusion of an accident can easily cover up a blow to the head, and if the victim doesn't feel any pain, they may not remember hitting their head at all....

Drivers don’t bother to look for runners

by patriciaturnage | Mar 18, 2020 | Auto-Pedestrian Accidents

When a driver pulls up to an intersection to make a right turn, they tend to stare to the left. They're just waiting for traffic to clear or the light to turn green. When it does, assuming there's no one ahead of them, they turn right without actually looking in the...

Get to the hospital quickly if you’ve been involved in a crash

by patriciaturnage | Mar 13, 2020 | Firm News

You were traveling to see a movie, and you and your friends were having a nice time chatting in the car. The next thing you knew, you were all being whipped around in your vehicle after a side impact. Your vehicle was set spinning, and you ended up on the side of the...

Do you know how to protect yourself after a car accident?

by patriciaturnage | Mar 11, 2020 | Firm News

A car accident is a confusing, often frightening experience, even when the victims don't appear to have any serious injuries. In the moments after an accident, many victims do not know what steps to take to keep themselves safe and protect their rights. If you...

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