California Seat Belt Laws California’s seat belt laws are designed to enhance road safety and reduce injuries and fatalities from car accidents. Even at low traveling speeds, motor vehicle crashes can result in severe injuries for drivers and passengers who are not buckled up or are not wearing their seat belts correctly. Every driver and...Continue reading
Who Is Liable if Someone Else Is Driving My Car and Gets Into an Accident? If someone else drives your car and gets into an accident in California, determining who is liable for the damages can be complex. Factors like who was at fault, permissive use, and negligence can all impact liability. Generally, the driver...Continue reading
8 Illegal Car Modifications in California What Car Mods Are Illegal in California? Car modifications are such a fundamental part of car culture that it’s difficult to go a day without spotting a customized vehicle. However, just because certain mods are widespread doesn’t mean they’re all legal. California is known for having some of the...Continue reading
Why October Is the Deadliest Month for Texas Pedestrians October is the deadliest month for pedestrians in Texas. According to data from the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT), more pedestrian deaths occur in October than in any other month. Several factors contribute to this alarming trend, including changing weather conditions, shorter daylight hours, and an...Continue reading
A Guide to California Stop Sign Laws and Right-of-Way Rules In California, stop signs are placed at intersections, including four-way stops, T-junctions, and pedestrian crossings, to enhance traffic safety. A local authority can adopt rules and regulations by ordinance to place a stop sign at any location on a highway under its jurisdiction. According to...Continue reading
Will the New Vehicle Requirement Reduce Pedestrian Deaths? Americans are known for their love of big cars, which are versatile, spacious, and comfortable. However, larger, heavier vehicles create big blind spots and are more deadly to pedestrians. The new vehicle safety considerations proposed by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) address the alarming surge...Continue reading
REAL ID Driver’s License Effective May 7, 2025, all Californian drivers will need either a REAL ID driver’s license, U.S. passport, or military ID to board a domestic flight in the United States. Congress passed the REAL ID Act in 2005 to establish minimum security standards to improve security and combat fraud. Read on to...Continue reading
When Are Bike Crashes Most Common? Warm summer days and long daylight hours encourage more people to ride their bikes for commuting, exercise, and leisure. Consequently, bike crashes are most common in the summer months, from June to September. In states with warmer climates like California, bicycle accidents remain high throughout October. According to the...Continue reading
What Are Frontage Roads? A frontage road is a road that runs parallel to major highways and offers direct access to local businesses, neighborhoods, and other destinations. Depending on where you reside in the Lonestar state, these roads may be called frontage roads, service roads, access roads, or feeders. The purpose of frontage roads is...Continue reading
When Do You Have to Stop for a School Bus in California? As summer break ends and the school year starts again, it’s crucial for all motorists to familiarize themselves with school bus laws and help keep our communities safe. Not abiding by these laws can endanger children’s safety and result in serious accidents. Motorists should...Continue reading
