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New Federal Distracted Driving Guidelines Limit In-Car Technology

In 2010, 3,092 people died from accidents related to distracted driving, and by 2011, that number increased to 3,331. The growing number of fatalities caused by drivers’ inattention to the road has raised much concern about this growing epidemic. With more technology available than ever before, how can anyone ignore it even from behind the wheel? […]

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Apr 30

Why Are Motor Vehicle Accident Fatalities Increasing?

The U.S. National Safety Council recently released statistics which revealed that motor vehicle accident deaths increased by 5% in 2012. The same 5% spike has been seen in the percentage of accident victims who seek medical help after a motor vehicle accident. The cost of all these accidents and related injuries rang in at the […]

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Apr 29

Family Safety Apps Take a Comprehensive Approach

Currently, there are several family-safety apps available for smartphones and other devices. Many of them are basic apps that use phone GPS to track family members or to provide automatic alerts when a family member arrives at a pre-determined place, like home or school. However, some app makers are starting to consider other uses for […]

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Apr 26

Tragic Helicopter Crash Due to Pilot Texting

It was about two years ago that a medical helicopter ran out of fuel and crashed into the middle of a farm field near Mosby, Missouri that unfortunately killed 4 people: the pilot, a flight nurse, a flight paramedic, and the patient being transported. After thorough investigation, the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) came to […]

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Apr 25

Cal/OSHA Regulators Consider Fining Disneyland for Ride Safety Violations

The fun of amusement park rides comes from the sense of danger, but the danger should only be illusory, never real. Unfortunately, when rides are not maintained properly, riders, operators, and maintenance staff can suffer injuries and need the protection of an experienced San Diego injury attorney. One such situation may be brewing at Disneyland, […]

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Apr 16

Four Automakers Issue Recalls Covering 3.4 Million Vehicles

California car defect attorneys are paying close attention to a recently-issued recall by automakers Honda, Toyota, Nissan, and Mazda. The recalls cover a total of 3.4 million vehicles, according to a report by NBC News. The recall is based on a defect in the vehicles’ airbag systems that may cause the vehicle to catch fire […]

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Apr 10

Tips for National Window Safety Week

With spring well on its way, families throughout California are opening their windows to enjoy the fresh air. Having windows open, however, can pose a risk, especially to children who may be enticed by what they can hear or see through the windows, but might not understand the risks of crawling into or playing near […]

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Apr 03

Federal Agency Opens Investigation into Hyundai Rust-Related Defects

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has opened an investigation into the Hyundai Sonata after receiving a number of complaints about rust damage in the vehicles. In some cases, the rust has been linked to suspension system failures and electrical problems, according to an article in the Detroit News. Both of the problems allegedly […]

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Mar 27

Unfixed Potholes Raise Fear of Damage & Injury in San Diego

San Diego may be known for its beautiful beaches and great weather, but driving on San Diego roads would make anyone reconsider whether hurricanes or tornadoes do exist in San Diego and if it just passed from road to road. It is no surprise that San Diego is ranked as one of the 10 worst […]

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Mar 15

Carnival Cruise Ship’s Mechanical Problems Strand Passengers – Again

A second Carnival cruise ship is suffering mechanical problems that cut passengers’ cruise time short, according to a recent article in The Los Angeles Times. The Carnival Dream, which was carrying out a cruise in the Caribbean, began having emergency power problems a few days ago, according to one passenger who notified the Miami Coast […]

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