California sees more than most states when it comes to pedestrian deaths, and the number of people dying while walking its streets is rising rapidly. Many believe that several different factors are contributing to the uptick in California’s pedestrian deaths. So,...

Drivers face a myriad of distractions on the road. Some are more obvious than others. Some are also more preventable than others. Still, they often pose the same level of risk. One type of driver distraction is also a psychological phenomenon known as inattentional...

The term distracted driving covers a wide range of behaviors and actions. Some are more well-known than others, like texting while driving. More attention has fallen on drowsy driving lately, too. But how does driving while drowsy put other drivers at risk? Is there...

The behaviors and driving habits of others are out of your control. However, you can take proactive steps to ensure you are aware of your surroundings as a driver. Being a defensive driver is about being aware of other drivers on the road and aware of the conditions...

Serious auto accidents disproportionately affect young drivers. If you have a teen who is learning to drive, you likely have concerns about their safety on the road.  Help your new driver avoid dangers with these three tips: Do away with distractions Set a good...

Statistics from sources like the AAA and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration demonstrate that distracted driving is the cause of at least one out of 10 fatal motor vehicle accidents in the United States. A driving distraction is anything that takes your...

During 2017, more than 5,900 pedestrians lost their lives in traffic accidents, according to the most recent statistics published by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. This included 858 pedestrian fatalties in California alone. Although this...

California has some of the most aggressive drivers in the country, according to a 2019 study. With so many drivers on the roads, this combination can lead to a heightened risk of motor vehicle accidents. This includes fatal and near-fatal accidents, like the one that...

Part of the day-to-day grind for many workers in the Sacramento area is using public transportation. Riding the bus can be a more economical and environmentally friendly way to travel compared to driving a car, and it is normally a pretty uneventful process. However,...

In California, pedestrian accidents occur every day. Many people in northern California commute to work by foot at least part of the way. Unfortunately for pedestrians, walking can be risky, and hundreds of people are injured or killed in an accident with a car,...