Car Accidents
Average Car Accident Settlements for Neck and Back Injuries
Written by: Jessica L. Phillips Car accident victims often suffer injuries that create substantial financial hardship. It can be difficult for you to manage your wounds while dealing with hefty medical bills. Severe injuries, such as neck and back injuries, are common. Worst of all, you may require time off from work during your recovery. […]
Read MoreTeenage drivers and the temptation of smartphones
Written by: Tyrone J. Maho Countless campaigns to educate and raise awareness about the dangers of driving and cellphone use have had various levels of success. In spite of those efforts, numerous drivers of all ages in the Golden State continue to distract themselves with cutting-edge technology. Troubling trends Statistics reveal that cell phone use […]
Read MoreCalifornia’s deadliest highways
Written by: Jessica L. Phillips For most residents of Santa Barbara and the rest of California, highway driving is a fact of life. Many of us must use the highway to commute to work or school, run errands and visit friends and loved ones. California has one of the longest and most extensive highway systems […]
Read MorePreparing teens for the responsibility that comes with driving
Written by: Jessica L. Phillips A typical milestone in any family is the time when a teenage child reaches the age to drive legally. Driver’s education instructors will play a pivotal role in guiding them through the steps of safe motor vehicle operation. However, the role of parents cannot be discounted, especially the time between […]
Read MoreChain-reaction car accidents put Santa Barbara drivers in danger
Written by: Jessica L. Phillips Sometimes, a minor car accident can lead to a much more serious incident. Shook-up but unhurt drivers and passengers can be helpless if a third motorist comes upon the scene and acts without due care for their safety. In a tragic example, two California residents were killed on the interstate […]
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