Dogs are among the most common pets in American households. As docile and friendly as most dogs are, they are still animals with unpredictable instincts. That means that even dogs in your home, or that of friends or neighbors, can be dangerous if they are provoked, scared, or agitated.
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Are Business Owners Liable for Criminal Acts On or Near Their Property?
Most of the time, premises liability relates to a negligent property owner or operator. Under these laws, business owners can be held liable for injuries someone sustains while on their property. But what happens when someone experiences a criminal act while on a business property? Is the business owner responsible for the...
5 Tips For Driving Safely Around Schools
Every fall, more than 55 million kids across the U.S. head back to school. That means that there are thousands of buses and extra cars on the road, as well as millions of kids walking or bicycling in school zones. It is important for drivers to be diligent as they travel in...
What To Do If You Witness a Car Accident
With more than six million car accidents occurring every year, the chances that you will witness one at some point are pretty good. You, like many other drivers, may be wondering what you should do if you witness a car accident. Do you stop and try to help? What if someone is...
Insurance Not on Your Side? Here are 5 Hints They May Be Acting in Bad Faith
Let’s face it: You’re probably not an insurance expert. However, there are easy tells — think of them like poker “tells” — that are common signs your insurance provider isn’t giving your claim the attention and scrutiny it deserves. Keep in mind these are the 5 most common tactics and tells, though a professional...
What NOT to Say to an Insurance Adjuster
Following the shakiness and stress in the aftermath of a car accident, you’re certainly going to speak to an insurance adjuster who will actively (and quite creatively) try to get you to say anything to diminish your fair compensation. It’s easy to slip up so remember to keep these notes in mind...
Why Are Teens Most Likely To Get Into Accidents?
According to researchers, over 57 percent of all teen driver crashes were related to three common mistakes: failure to reduce speed, inattention, and failure to yield.
These factors make teens:
3.9 times as likely as drivers 18 and older to be involved in a crash.
Should We Trust Autopilot Car Technology?
Some cars on the road today already include many semi-auto features, like assisted parking and self-braking systems. And completely autonomous vehicles—able to operate without human control—are rapidly becoming more of a reality. Google even intends to release an automatic vehicle to market by 2020, which brings tons of confidence to consumer trust...
Upcoming Pride Festivals in California – How to Stay Safe
June is Pride Month, and that means lots of festivals and events throughout California. Here are some of the upcoming Pride Festivals in June:
Sacramento Pride – June 10th at Capitol Mall Pride San Mateo County Without Borders – June 16th at San Mateo Central Park West Hollywood Pride Parade & Festival –...I Was Hit By a Police Car as They Pursued a Suspect – What Can I Do?
When police officers are in pursuit of a suspect, their full attention is on apprehending that individual. We all want our law enforcement to be aware, alert, and focused on the task at hand. What we don’t want is for innocent bystanders to suffer injuries or property damage as a result of...