Car Accident Archive
Insurance 101: Filing a Car Accident Claim with an Insurance Company
Were you recently in a car accident in California? If so, you are probably trying to figure out how to file a claim properly with an insurance company.
The Legal Side of Getting into a Car Accident in San Diego
Getting into a car accident is one scary experience. It’s sad that many Americans have gotten into an accident at least once in their lifetime. It’s completely out of your control. Now you have to deal with the insurance company. It may not even have been your fault and now you have to deal with it. What do you do? How do you prove the other driver was at fault? Fault is determined by the amount of negligence the other driver has. California has specific laws for proving negligence.
The Unexpected Costs of Drowsy Driving
Ben DiMaggio is a researcher for sleep science and health organization Tuck.com. Ben specializes in investigating how sleep, and sleep deprivation, affect public health and safety. Ben lives in Portland, Oregon. His worst sleep habit is checking his email right before bed.
Understand Your Coverage as a Ride-Share Driver
As ride-share driving for Uber, Lyft, or other has become more popular, it is important to understand the insurance coverage that applies when you are at work behind the wheel.
Driving Out of Town for the Holidays?
With the Thanksgiving holiday approaching, it is likely you, like millions of other Americans, will be driving to visit friends and family. According to AAA, Thanksgiving week is one of the busiest travel times of the year. Almost one in six Americans travel at least 50 miles over the holiday weekend.
New Background Check Requirements for Ride-Share Drivers
Uber’s introduction of a “safe rides” fee a few years ago angered lots of customers who thought they should not have to pay an extra fee for their safety. That fee generated more than $449 million in revenue for Uber over the last two years, according to a report from Bloomberg.
Help Prevent Distracted Driving
The number of accidents caused by distracted driving is growing due to increased popularity of mobile devices. Texting while driving or checking social media while driving has led to injury and loss of life in many accidents. Recent statistics provided by the Federal Communications Commission is a sobering reality check.
Tips for Driving in Bad Weather
As we look forward to the holiday season and cozy weather, we must remain careful and alert when driving in bad weather. In 2016, San Diego received 8.18 inches of rainfall. While this does not compare to many cities across the United States, it is likely you may be out of town visiting loved ones in cities that receive much heavier rainfall or even snow. It is best to remind yourself of safe driving practices if you are forced to drive in bad weather conditions.
The Top 10 Reasons People Get Injured While Driving
Every time you drive your car you risk your life and others around you due to the decisions you make. Whether your decision involves breaking a law or just not being aware of the road, here are some of the top 10 reasons why people get injured in car accidents.
CHP’s Start Smart Program for Teen Drivers
Motor vehicle collisions are the No. 1 killer of teens, and their risk of collision is four times that of an experienced driver. The risk is highest when teens are in the first 12 to 24 months of licensure.
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