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Truck Accident Deaths Rise Again

The traffic fatality data from 2013 has been released. The U.S. Transportation Department announced the results of the report and the news is largely positive. In 2013, traffic fatalities dropped 3.1 percent to a total of 32,719. The news was not all positive, however. Large-truck accident deaths rose for the fourth consecutive year. In addition, the total number of crashes rose. Those crashes were obviously survived at a greater rate, but the collisions themselves are still up. With fatalities down overall, more attention will likely be paid to the areas where safety has not improved.

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Distracted driving can lead to horrible car accidents

Keeping the roadways safe is the responsibility of every driver on the California roadways. Some drivers, however, decide that they won’t pay attention to the simple steps that help to keep our roadways safe. Distracted driving is a huge problem on the roadways. Sadly, drivers who are distracted can sometimes cause accidents that cause serious injuries or even death.

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California motorcyclists must ensure they have insurance

By now, readers of our blog know that motorcycle accidents can lead to some serious injuries. For these motorcyclists, those injuries can lead to expensive medical bills and missed work. For some motorcyclists, seeking compensation if they are injured in an accident caused by someone else might not end with the recovery they think they should get. Our California readers might be wondering why that is, and the answer is because of Proposition 213.

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The Government App To Prevent Drunk Driving

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has funded a cell phone application with the goal of reducing car accidents caused by drunk drivers. California is one of several states that has developed similar apps to help people understand just how strongly alcohol can affect their timing, reflexes and decision-making ability. The app provides an estimate of blood alcohol level based on the size and gender of the user and the number of drinks consumed. It then uses a game-like approach to demonstrating the impact of alcohol of their driving ability.

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Fatal accident sheds light on in-car computer use by cops

When most people think of police officers, they probably think of people who drive in a safe manner. What many people don’t realize is that police officers might be distracted as they drive because of the in-car computers in patrol cars. The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Office is trying to determine if the use of those computers should be limited.

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How Many Hours Is Too Many For Truck Drivers?

The trucking industry has voiced concerns about its ability to attract qualified drivers in recent years. It has also argued that federal regulations are threatening to make commercial trucking too expensive for consumers. Among the federal regulations it has worked hardest to prevent are those restricting the number of hours a driver can operate his or her vehicle in a given time period. Trucking companies may have found a way to loosen those restrictions this week.

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How many cyclists are killed and hurt in bike accidents?

Many California residents enjoy going on bike rides or taking walks to get to where they are going. Some enjoy doing those activities just so they can stay healthy. For anyone who is walking or biking, staying safe is a paramount concern. It is important for pedestrians and bicyclists to take proper precautions. It is equally as important for motorists to be careful around pedestrians and bicyclists. When you consider the staggering statistics, it is easy to see just how important safety is.

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Act quickly after public transit accident in California

Anyone who uses a public transit system has an expectation that the driver or operator of the public transit option will be properly trained. You expect to stay safe as you go from one location to another. What you don’t expect is that you will be involved in an accident that might lead to serious injuries.

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Responsible driving might prevent holiday car accidents

With the holiday season upon us, it is vital for all drivers in California to be prepared for the time they will spend on the roadways. Proper preparation and planning can help drivers to avoid getting into accidents as they travel for the holiday. When people fail to prepare properly and don’t use proper safe driving methods, accidents that cause injuries or fatalities can occur.

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The Changing Face Of Distracted Driving

A distracted driver is an accident waiting to happen. While it is true that a driver fiddling with the radio is just as dangerous as a driver fiddling with a phone, it is still important to identify the types of distractions that are causing accidents. To that end, the insurance company State Farm has surveyed drivers for a number of years to generate a picture of what distracted driving really looks like. The most recent results show that smart phone based distractions have risen again, for the sixth year in a row, despite publicity campaigns and new laws directed at curbing phone use.

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