Property owners in California must take all reasonable steps to ensure the safety of others on their properties. Wet floors or randomly placed objects or debris could cause someone to slip or trip, causing a fall in the blink of an eye. If such an incident causes...
Year: 2021
Death rate jump in car and truck accidents highest in 96 years
The National Safety Council reports that despite the significant drop in miles traveled over the past year, the estimated death rate increased by 24%. This year-on-year increase is the highest jump in 96 years. In collaboration with several other transportation safety...
What to know before pursuing a wrongful death claim
The loss of a loved one can be devastating. It can leave a California family grieving and unsure of how to put the pieces back together. In addition to the emotional trauma one may experience after an unexpected loss, a family may experience financial loss as well. If...
Amusement parks and roller coasters are fun but dangerous
Thousands of people in Long Beach and across California are likely excited to get out and have fun after months of lockdowns and social distancing. Amusement parks and roller coasters are associated with fun summer activities. However, nobody’s safety is guaranteed,...
2 primary take-aways from community input about traffic safety
Almost a year ago, in July 2020, an initiative to create safe streets in Long Beach was launched, aiming to eliminate traffic-related severe injuries and fatalities by 2026. The campaign arose from the concern about the prevalence of traffic accidents citywide. Along...
Will comparative negligence apply to fatal bike crash?
Motorcyclists in Long Beach and throughout California will always be vulnerable. Many motorists fail to look out for bikers, especially when they enter the roadways from a curb, driveway or from a public parking area. However, motorcycle riders must also comply with...
Risk factors for being involved in fatal car accidents
Motorists in Long Beach and throughout California face two types of risk factors while driving -- human and environmental. Keeping those crash risk factors in mind might be the best way to avoid involvement in car accidents. The potential consequences for ignoring...
Recognizing bad driving habits of others could save your life
There is no shortage of drivers in Long Beach, California, who have long forgotten some of the driving techniques they learned in driver’s ed. They may not realize that they are breaking traffic laws and increasing their chances of causing car accidents. They and...
What’s the big deal about distracted driving?
When an individual is behind the wheel, his or her main priority should be to safely operate the vehicle. This means focusing on the task at hand and setting aside everything else until arriving at the destination. Some drivers have a hard time doing this, allowing...
Swimming pool dangers could lead to premises liability lawsuits
Backyard swimming pools in California are typically places where happy memories are made each summer. However, it can be a dangerous area if safety standards are not maintained. A slip or trip accident could happen in the blink of an eye, and if it happened due to...
