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September 28, 2023
Do More Car Accidents Happen During Rush Hour? We Checked 3 Big Freeways in LA County
Depending on where you are, rush hour can be a dangerous time for drivers. Rush hour is defined as “a time during the day early in the morning or late in the afternoon when many people are traveling on roads to get to work or to get home from work”. This is despite the fact that traffic in Los Angeles sometimes feels like it’s on a never ending loop! It’s safe to say car accidents happen on a seemingly hourly basis. Car ac...
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September 27, 2023
4 Common Causes of Car Accidents in Beverly Hills – Studies Reveal the Surprising Amount of Crashes
While car accidents in Beverly Hills may not be as notable as designer shopping, they no doubt happen on a regular basis. Car accidents in Beverly Hills are probably not the first thing you think of when speaking of the west side city. Beverly Hills is known across pop culture as an upscale, lavish area with pricey homes and expensive cars. TV shows like the ‘90’s hit Beverly Hills 90210 and many songs paint the area as the place to ...
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September 25, 2023
Car Accidents on the 101 Freeway – Statistics that May Surprise You
The 101 freeway is often used by valley residents. The 101 freeway runs north to south in California. More specifically in Los Angeles, it helps drivers get across the San Fernando Valley and to areas like Hollywood and Downtown LA. The 101 freeway is also known for its fare share of car accidents. Whether it’s someone not signaling as they merge onto the 134, or a car speeding to take the 405 near Sepulveda Boulevard, the 101 freew...
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September 18, 2023
4 Frequent Foot and Ankle Injuries and the Danger they Present
Foot and ankle injuries might vary from a minor sprain to broken bones. Foot and ankle injuries can leave victims incapacitated for an extended period of time. Both of your feet are made up of: 26 bones 30 joints Over 100 muscles, tendons and ligaments The human foot is literally used to stand on, helping with balance and support. Your ankle is a joint that connects your foot to your leg. The human ankle is made up of: ...
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September 12, 2023
10 Potential Injuries College Students Might Suffer on Campus
Studies show that in 2020, there were 19.5 million college students in the US. In state, California Community Colleges reported a total of 1.8 million students. Locally, major LA schools like the University of Southern California and University of California Los Angeles have student populations over 40,000. Students are constantly running from building to building on campus to make it to their next class. While most go unscathed, there ...
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September 7, 2023
5 Things You Should NOT do Following a Car Accident
Knowing things you should not do following a car accident might help other long term complications following a crash. Taking photos and gathering information are beneficial, but there are multiple things you should not do following a car accident. In 2022, there were over 55,000 police reports filed regarding car accidents. Car accidents can result in serious injuries, such as: Neck injuries Visual impairment Head injuries ...
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September 1, 2023
Safety Tips for Labor Day 2023
Labor Day is a federal holiday celebrated annually in America the first Monday each year. Labor Day celebrates the “social and economic achievements of American workers”, according to the U.S. Department of Labor. Labor Day became a federal holiday in the early 1890’s. Oregon was the first state to recognize the holiday in 1887, not even 30 years after being admitted to statehood. Additionally, Labor Day is usually observed the ...
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August 24, 2023
What are Punitive Damages? 2 Huge Reasons Why These Damages may be Recovered
What are punitive damages, and how can they be recovered in a personal injury case? Economic, non-economic, and punitive damages are different damages that one can recover following a personal injury. Damages are defined by Merriam-Webster as “compensation in money imposed by law for loss or injury”. Economic damages are awarded to a victim for any financial losses connected to their personal injury case. They are more tangible, ...
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August 21, 2023
4 Safety Tips for Driving After Record Rainfall from Tropical Storm Hilary
Southern California rainfall totals for 2023 were already enormous, and Tropical Storm Hilary has now undoubtedly made a major impact. Tropical Storm Hilary brought record breaking rainfall to SoCal. Burbank Rainfall amounts of 3.28 inches were reported by the National Weather Service. Other areas of the valley with major rainfall included: Van Nuys - 4.20 inches Northridge - 4 inches Calabasas - 3.70 inches Porter Ranch - ...
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August 11, 2023
3 Reasons the Way You Sit Could Increase Your Risk of Injury in a Car Accident
The way you sit could drastically change your chances of getting injured during a car accident. The way you sit can say a lot about your emotions. People who sit with their ankles crossed are said to be confident and ambitious, while those who cross their legs are creative and artistic. The way you sit in a car may not reveal many personality traits, but it can alter the effects of a car accident, and usually for worse. While there isn...
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