The faulty ignition switches in certain GM model vehicles are now being blamed for at least 12 deaths and 31 crashes. These defective ignition switches can turn to the “off’ and “accessories” positions unexpectedly and without warning, leaving drivers and passengers in dangerous or deadly situations. According to USA Today, General Motors is now offering […]
Upsurge Recalls of children-related products
There has been in the last few weeks a number of recalls of children-related products, including items marketed by high-profile firms like IKEA. Here is a list of the recalled items: 3/19/14 Ganz USA LLC, has recalled over 8,000 plush Grumpy Cat stuffed animal toy due to a choking hazard. The recall includes an 8-inch, […]
NHTSA’s Nationwide Anti-Texting Campaign
It’s no secret that distracted driving is one of the most dangerous behaviors that drivers engage in behind the wheel. Research has shown that reactions times of distracted drivers are actually slower than reaction times of some drunk drivers. Even though people know just how dangerous texting while driving is, they’re still doing it. In […]
Sightseeing Tour Bus Strikes Pedestrian in San Francisco
On Sunday morning, a tour bus struck a pedestrian at the intersection of 7th and Mission Streets. The incident happened at about 8:10 a.m. According to KTVU News, as of Sunday evening, the victim was still hospitalized with life-threatening injuries. The victim, a man in his 60’s, was apparently in the crosswalk when he was […]
San Jose’s 6th Traffic-Related Fatality Claims Life of 75 Year-Old Pedestrian
On Tuesday a 75-year-old man was struck by a car and killed while crossing Capitol Expressway around 4:15 p.m., according to the San Jose Police Department. The death of the as yet unidentified man marks the sixth traffic-related fatality of 2013 for the City of San Jose. The man, whose identity is being withheld pending notification of […]
