How Hard Can a Rescue Near Highway 17 Get?
It was around 9:00 pm on June 20th, when a vehicle plunged off an embankment near Los Gatos. The car fell an estimated 50 feet until it came to rest in a tree. The authorities[…]
Could a Fatal Bay Area Tow Truck Crash Have Been Prevented?
On June 16th, tragedy struck the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission (PUC). Several of the city’s workers were out fixing pipes on 28th Street in Diamond Heights. That’s when a vehicle broke loose from a[…]
Swimming Safety 101: How Summer Drowning Accidents Can Happen
Drowning deaths can occur during any time of the year, but they are more likely to happen during the warm summer months. More Californians are using swimming pools or visiting nearby beaches. In other cases,[…]
Understanding the Controversy Behind Dockless Scooters in the Bay Area
Dockless scooters have significantly increased in popularity since being released in late March. Several Bay Area cities, including San Jose, are grappling with how to regulate the dockless ridesharing companies. There are several concerns about[…]
Automakers Recall Vehicles with Defective Airbag Systems
Several automotive recalls are underway due to various defects that keep seatbelts and airbags from working during car accidents. Audi’s recall covers more than 139,000 sedans with potentially defective airbag sensors. Kia is recalling more[…]
Summer is the “Deadliest 100 Days” for Teenage Drivers
AAA is sounding the alarm bell over the “Deadliest 100 Days of Driving for Teenagers”. Each year between Memorial Day and Labor Day, there is an increase in the number of fatal motor vehicle accidents[…]
Recent Bay Area Motorcycle Accidents Responsible for Several Deaths
Multiple fatal Bay Area motorcycle accidents occurred in June. Three weeks ago, a motorcyclist was killed while riding on Interstate 880 in San Jose. Another crash in mid-June on Highway 101 in Mountain View took[…]
Beware: Drunk Driving Accidents Increase on July 4th
Independence Day is one of the most celebrated holidays in the country. Millions of Americans celebrate the July 4th holiday by spending time with family and friends while grilling food and enjoying recreational activities. However,[…]
NHTSA Issues Dire Warning for Ford and Mazda Pickup Truck Owners
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) issued a second “Do Not Drive” warning for Ford and Mazda pickup truck owners. According to NHTSA, 2006 Ford Ranger and Mazda B-Series pickup trucks contain Takata airbag[…]