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As parents, one of the first steps we take in preparing for bringing home our babies from the hospital is to buy and install a child car seat. However, what most parents may not clearly understand is which car seat is the safest and most age-appropriate for their child. Using the correct car safety seat or booster can help decrease the risk of death or serious injury by more than 70%.
One of the most difficult parts of a car accident case is determining how much the negligent party’s insurance carrier should pay to settle the case. Different factors influence the value of an accident claim. The at-fault motorist, their insurance carrier, and their legal team will do everything they can to pay out as little as possible. That is why it is important to hire an experienced Los Angeles car accident attorney to handle your claim and get you the full compensation that you deserve.
On the morning of February 23, 2021, legendary golf champion, Tiger Woods was involved in a serious single-vehicle rollover accident on a steep stretch of Hawthorne Boulevard; located on the border of Rancho Palos Verdes and Rolling Hills Estates. Woods was traveling northbound on the curved road when his car rolled over and sustained serious damage. Fortunately, Woods was not fatally injured and was conscious when emergency responders rescued him from the vehicle then flew him to a nearby hospital. As a result of the accident, he sustained devastating injuries to his right leg that have jeopardized his career.
Enjoying your favorite music at full blast whilst driving is an activity many people enjoy, particularly on longer drives. It might be fun to listen to all your favorite songs in the car, but it’s not as harmless as it might seem. Research does show that listening to calming music of a slower tempo and at a safe volume is relaxing and decreases boredom. However, once the music starts cranking up to high volume levels, the effect can be quite the opposite. In fact
It’s a commonly held belief by many Californians that it’s illegal to drive without shoes on. However, the simple answer is that, no, it’s not actually against the law to drive barefoot. That being said, it doesn’t mean that foregoing shoes whilst behind the wheel is a good idea.
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.
