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Exploring Cannabis-Impaired Driving: A Growing Concern

By Eugene Bruno on January 13, 2025

In Colorado, where America’s experiment with legal recreational marijuana began over a decade ago, a unique line of research has started to unfold. Federal scientists are paying regular cannabis users to get stoned in the name of road safety. As marijuana use grows nationwide, the studies—conducted in vans adorned with hippie tapestries and featuring high-tech car simulators—aim to address a critical gap in understanding cannabis-impaired driving.

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How California’s Low-Cost Auto Insurance Program Can Help Low-Income Drivers in 2025

By Eugene Bruno on January 10, 2025

Auto insurance in California is already expensive, and with California increasing minimum coverage limits in 2025, costs are only going up. This will make it even harder for many drivers to afford the insurance required to drive legally.

For low-income drivers, California’s Low-Cost Auto Insurance Program (CLCA) offers affordable coverage that meets the state’s mandatory insurance requirements but at lower limits. By making auto insurance accessible, CLCA helps ensure that more Californians can drive legally and responsibly, thereby reducing the number of uninsured drivers on the road.

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Top 10 Car Accident Legal Resolutions for 2025

By Eugene Bruno on December 19, 2024

The start of a new year is the perfect time to make resolutions, and while many of us will focus on getting fit, it’s also a great time to prioritize your safety and legal preparedness —especially when it comes to car accidents.

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The Numbers Don’t Lie: California Ranks Among the Worst Drivers in the U.S.

By Eugene Bruno on December 13, 2024

If you’ve ever felt like driving in California is a bit chaotic, it’s not just your imagination. Researchers analyzed driving incidents per 1,000 drivers in each state to determine the best and worst drivers nationwide. The data covered key factors like accidents, DUIs, speeding-related incidents, and overall citations. Unfortunately, the results for California were anything but reassuring. According to recent statistics from LendingTree, California ranks #3 as having the worst drivers in the United States.

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Desert Season Safety Tips: Avoiding Off-Roading Accidents

By Eugene Bruno on November 6, 2024

As the desert season kicks off, off-roading enthusiasts gear up for thrilling adventures on dunes and rugged trails. While off-roading offers excitement, it also comes with risks, often leading to serious injuries that differ significantly from those in on-road car crashes. To help you stay safe and informed, here are essential tips and insights from the perspective of a personal injury lawyer.

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California Auto Insurance Changes for 2025: What You Need to Know

By Eugene Bruno on October 30, 2024

Starting January 1, 2025, California drivers will see a significant increase in the state’s auto insurance requirements. Minimum liability limits will increase to better cover increased costs for repairs, medical care, and lost wages that result from a crash. These increases will provide stronger financial protection for accident victims and ensure that they will not be doubly victimized by a bad driver’s low-ball insurance coverage.

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Why Car Insurance for Young Drivers Is So Expensive—and How to Lower Your Premiums

By Eugene Bruno on October 25, 2024

If you’ve recently added a young driver to your insurance plan, you’ve probably noticed a big jump in your premium. But why does insuring a young driver cost so much? Insurance companies set their rates based on risk, and young drivers—especially teens and those in their early 20s—present a higher risk on the road. Let’s break down the key factors that drive up insurance costs and consider what you can do to keep your bill under control.

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How the End of Daylight Savings Time May Affect Your Driving

By Eugene Bruno on October 25, 2024

As the amount of sunlight decreases, visibility becomes a significant concern for drivers. Dusk can be a particularly dangerous time, as many people will be commuting home from work or school in dimmer lighting conditions. And studies show that the risk of accidents increases during this period. In fact, one study spanning 20 years by Current Biology highlights how drowsiness and a disrupted internal clock can yield hazardous results on the road. After analyzing over 732,000 car crashes, the study concluded that there was a 6% rise in fatal crashes during the first week following the time change.

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Are Heavier Cars Making Our Roads Less Safe

By Eugene Bruno on October 1, 2024

California is a big place, and Californians love to drive. We love our cars, but do they love us back? A recent study shows that car-related deaths continue to increase, even as new technology creates safer driving standards. Weight is to blame. Why? Because all the new technology in the world simply can’t change the laws of physics. For example, when two cars collide, the occupants of the smaller car experience more damage—they can even be up to four times more likely to die as a result.

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Older Drivers: Recognizing Signs of Danger and Ensuring Safety

By Eugene Bruno on August 28, 2024

Driving is an essential part of daily life, and the ability to drive represents independence and freedom, especially for older adults. However, physical changes, slower reaction times, and declining vision are all normal parts of aging that can make driving more challenging and dangerous. Thus, as we age and our physical and cognitive skills diminish, it becomes increasingly important to assess whether we can continue to drive safely.

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