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Distracted Drivers Increase the Chances of Deaths and Injuries in California and U.S. Roads

Written By Christopher Dolan and Jeremy Jessup This week’s question comes from a Daly City resident who asks: I recently received a call from my son, saying he was involved in an “accident.” Luckily, he is fine. He went on to say that the other driver was looking down at their phone, not paying attention and rear-ended him. I …

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If You Are Injured as a Passenger on Public Transportation and the Defendant is a Government Entity, Here is What You Need To Know:

Written By Christopher Dolan and Cristina Garcia This week’s question comes from Anonymous in West Portal San Francisco, CA who asks: I am a frequent city bus rider who rides to work every day. While on the bus last week, I felt a sudden acceleration through the intersection followed by a strong impact on the right side of the …

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What To Do in a Case of a Collision With a Self-Driving Car

Written By Chris Dolan and Breanna K. Martinez This week’s question comes from Mark from Walnut Creek, CA, who asks: If a self-driving car were to leave the scene of an accident, how would this be handled legally? Would it be considered a hit-and-run? If so, who would be held accountable?  Dear Mark, Self-driving cars …

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Driving During an Atmospheric River Storm can be Dangerous

Written By Chris Dolan and Breanna Martinez As the heavy rain steadily falls upon California, drivers are understandably apprehensive about their safety in the flooding roads. The window of greatest danger while driving in the rain typically spans 10 to 20 minutes after the rainfall begins. The initial rain of the season does pose heightened …

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Winter Driving Tips in California Rain and Snow

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, the second greatest factor in causing collisions (2 percent) is environmental conditions such as rain, snow, etc.(The greatest factor, 94 percent, is human error.) What you describe is the phenomena known as “hydroplaning.” On wet or flooded pavement hydrodynamic pressure increases as the speed of the vehicle …

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Several New California Laws to Consider for 2024

Written By Chris Dolan and Megan Irish Dear Dolan Team, Happy New Year, 2024!  As we get into the new year, is there anything new we need to know about?  What can affect my day-to-day life in San Francisco and the greater bay area?  Are there important changes happening in California? – Always Curious in California Dear …

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You May be Responsible for Paying Expenses if an Uninsured or Underinsured Driver Injures You in an Accident

Written By Chris Dolan and Allison Stone This week’s question comes from Tanner C. from San Francisco, CA, who asks: I ride my bicycle around the city to get around. Some of my friends have told me to get UIM insurance. Can you tell me what it is and whether this extra insurance is worth it? Thanks …

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