The U.S. National Transportation Board (NTSB) is once again involved in the investigation of a Tesla that crashed while traveling in semi-autonomous mode. In January, 2017, a Tesla collided with a Culver City fire truck in California while driving at 65 mph, according to the fire department. The accident raises more questions about implementing standards […]
How Lane Splitting Laws Impact Comparative Negligence in California
One of the most controversial topics in motorcycle safety is lane splitting. Lane splitting is defined as riding a motorcycle between stopped or moving cars along the lane line on both divided and undivided roads. Motorists generally disapprove of the practice since it presents an additional driving hazard. Motorcyclists, on the other hand, contend that […]
Evaluating the Effectiveness of Motorcycle Safety Gear in Reducing Accidents
Motorcyclists face a greater risk of accidents than drivers and those accidents are more likely to lead to serious injury or death. Motorcyclists and motorcycle passengers are exposed to the environment. They are not protected by steel frames, seat belts or airbags, which makes collisions more dangerous. But improved safety gear can dramatically reduce the […]
Brake Failure on Defective Yamaha Golf Carts
The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) recently issued a press release about the recall of certain Yamaha golf carts due to defective brake cables. According to the CPSC, the brake cables on these golf carts and personal transportation vehicles (PTVs) can fail, which poses a serious risk of crash hazard to drivers and occupants. At […]
What to do After a Dog Bite?
There is a lot of confusion about liability associated with dog bites and attacks. What if the dog has never shown aggression? What if this is the first time the dog ever bit a person? While we like to think that man’s best friend would never turn on us, it’s a sad fact that dogs […]
