Ridesharing is more popular than ever thanks to companies like Uber and Lyft. One of the reasons why people support ridesharing is the idea that it could reduce the number of drunk drivers on the road. After all, with ridesharing literally at your fingertips, why would you ever need to worry about...
Does Poor Road Design Contribute to Pedestrian Injuries in L.A.?
Pedestrian accidents are far too common on Los Angeles roadways. Many of these accidents are caused by the actions of drivers, but sometimes they are the result of poor road design. But does poor road design contribute to pedestrian injuries in L.A.?
In 2017, the American Society of Civil...
What does FLOAT (“fly over all traffic”) mean for L.A. commuters?
It is no secret that commuters in Los Angeles spend a long time in traffic. In fact, more than 750,000 commuters spend three or more hours behind the wheel. These unfortunate drivers have been dubbed “super commuters.” These commuters are drivers who travel in traffic, and does not include the commuters using...
Motor Vehicle Crashes are the Number One Cause of Death and acquired Disability for Latino Children in the U.S.
The Latino population in the United States has increased dramatically since 1990. Currently, Latinos make up 13 percent of the U.S. population, but that is expected to rise to 24 percent by 2050. As the Latino population increases, there are public safety concerns about motor vehicle accident rates, seat belt use and...
Are Latinos More at Risk of Traffic Injuries/Fatalities? Research shows Latinos Face Transportation Inequities
According to the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, there is a link between where you live and how healthy you are. Based on this statement, you might consider factors like housing, access to fresh foods and access to a healthy water supply. One of the factors that you might not consider as relevant...
California Fires Worsen Traffic: How Do You Get Around It?
California is already notorious for having bad traffic, congestion and long commute times. But with the wildfires currently arising, many commuters are calling their drive “nightmarish.” The numerous wildfires blazing across the state have been fueled by high winds. The result are many highways and roads have been shut down.
What does the Uber/Lyft Ban mean for LAX Traffic?
The Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is as notorious for bad traffic and congestion as the rest of the city. In an effort to reduce some of the curbside chaos at the airport, officials have placed a ban on curbside ridesharing pickups. Effective October 29th, the new ban means that Uber and...
Will Uber’s “Ride Check” Feature Help Passenger Safety?
When we think about passenger safety in a vehicle, the conversation generally relates to safety in the event of an auto accident. In the case of Uber, however, the conversation relates to passenger safety of another type – safety from sexual assault.
On September 25, The Washington Post published...
Can You Sue If You Were Hit By A Car While Jaywalking?
If you have ever paid attention to sidewalks and crosswalks in Los Angeles, you know that jaywalking is common. This is, of course, illegal.
But what happens if someone who is jaywalking is hit by a car? Can they sue the driver of the car that hit them? Possibly....
Driver vs. Company: Who is Liable in a Truck Accident?
You may have had a close call between your vehicle and a tractor-trailer. Or, you may be recovering from a truck accident. In either case, you are likely visiting this site because you need information about a truck accident claim and your legal rights.
At Sunset West Legal Group,...