Auto Accidents

NEW YEAR’S EVE: CELEBRATE RESPONSIBLY – SOBERING DUI STATISTICS

December 30, 2020
By Samer Habbas, Esq
In Auto Accidents,

With stay-at-home orders in place, people are limited to how they will spend their New Year’s Eve (NYE). However, that hasn’t stopped countless people from traveling over holidays and attending large gatherings. The National Safety Council (NSC) estimates an increase in the number of car accidents and fatalities this New Year’s due to the uncertainties of the COVID-19 pandemic. As you prepare your New Year’s Eve plans, be mindful of all possible dangers that may arise throughout the night.

HOLIDAY ACCIDENTS: ‘TIS THE SEASON TO BE SAFE

December 24, 2020
By Samer Habbas, Esq
In Accidents, Auto Accidents, Catastrophic Injuries, Slip And Fall,

Although the COVID-19 pandemic has halted or canceled traditional holiday plans for most, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) predicts dangerous roads this year following a recent report of more risky driving behavior (speeding, driving under the influence). Of the numerous kinds of holiday accidents that occur from November through January, the most common result in fires and burns, slip and falls, and auto accidents.

MOST COMMON THANKSGIVING ACCIDENTS

November 24, 2020
By Samer Habbas, Esq
In Accidents, Auto Accidents, Orange County Personal Injury, Premises Liability, Slip And Fall,

Thanksgiving is a time to come together around the table and take a moment to acknowledge what you are truly grateful for. Though Thanksgiving celebrations may be a bit unorthodox this year due to the global pandemic, the risk of accidents and catastrophic injuries will be at an all-time high during the holiday season.

IS EATING BEHIND THE WHEEL CONSIDERED DISTRACTED DRIVING?

November 12, 2020
By Samer Habbas, Esq
In Accidents, Auto Accidents,

While sitting in traffic or stopped at a red light, drivers usually take this time to check messages, finish getting ready, or have a bite to eat. Although these small tasks may seem harmless, they can lead to major accidents caused by distracted driving. Breakfast may be known as the most important meal of the day, but is it worth risking the lives of others on the road? Traffic will not stop on a distracted driver’s account; the snack can wait.

YIELD WITH CAUTION: YELLOW LIGHTS AND LEFT-HAND TURNS

November 3, 2020
By Samer Habbas, Esq
In Accidents, Auto Accidents,

Yellow lights are seen as an ultimatum for drivers to either accelerate speed or slow to a stop. However, the moment at which a car advances through their window of opportunity—at a yellow light or left-hand turn—sometimes intersects with an oncoming vehicle driving along the road the yielding car is passing through.

CAUTION: HORRIFIC HALLOWEEN ACCIDENTS

October 29, 2020
By Samer Habbas, Esq
In Auto Accidents, Orange County Personal Injury,

Halloween has become a festive tradition that millions of Americans partake in annually. Whether it is going door-to-door to collect candy, watching scary movies, or throwing/attending a Halloween party; it is a “spooktacular” time of year for people of all ages. Unfortunately, Halloween can also be a dangerous time of the year for pedestrians and motorists.