by Michael R. Kaiser | Car Accidents
California law considers drivers with blood alcohol concentrations of 0.08 or higher to be legally impaired. This level of alcohol in the blood reduces one’s reaction time and sometimes leads to accidents. Nationwide, drunk drivers cause about one-third of...
by Michael R. Kaiser | Car Accidents
According to the World Health Organization, traffic accidents are globally the leading cause of death among those aged 5 to 29 as well as the eighth leading cause of death overall. California drivers may be interested to know that those in low-income countries are at...
by Michael R. Kaiser | Car Accidents
Residents of California may have heard about external airbags. Many car parts manufacturers are developing the technology, and though it is far from perfect, it may someday become a standard feature. ZF is one manufacturer that’s clear about the benefits of...
by Michael R. Kaiser | Car Accidents
Vehicles with automatic emergency braking systems are making California roads safer, according to a new study by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. The study analyzed data from crashes involving General Motors vehicles.Automatic emergency braking, or AEB,...
by Michael R. Kaiser | Car Accidents
Bright sunlight can be a major factor in car crashes that take place early in the morning and late in the afternoon. In fact, driving in bright sunlight will raise the risk for a life-threatening crash by 16 percent. The sunlight could create visual illusions, hurt...
by Michael R. Kaiser | Car Accidents
Motor vehicle accidents are the leading cause of death for teens in California and around the country between the ages of 15 and 18. More than 100,000 young people are killed or injured on the nation’s roads each year, and many road safety advocates expect this...
