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A personal injury attorney in the Bay Area discusses the problem The 10-year trend of increasing fatal pedestrian accidents is now skyrocketing. In the first quarter of 2021, the national deadly pedestrian accident rate shot up by more than 20%. If you live in California, you may have already seen the signs or been personally…

Car accidents happen every day in the Bay Area and throughout California, leaving people seriously hurt. Many victims suffer facial injuries that are painful and traumatic. These injuries are very common – one study found that more than half of car crash victims during a 15-month period suffered facial trauma. Facial injuries can happen in…

A head injury suffered in a car accident can result in a concussion, also known as mild traumatic brain injury (TBI). This is a serious injury with potential long-term effects that can be hard to predict. But a new study finds that CT scans provide critical information that can help doctors determine a patient’s chances…

Bay Area attorneys explain why truck accidents happen, legal options available A commercial truck recently caused a fatal, multiple-vehicle truck accident on a highway in California’s Bay Area during rush hour that closed parts of the interstate for eight hours and resulted in a hazardous spill on the highway, according to NBC Bay Area News.…

During the pandemic, a lot of people spent more time outside hiking, biking, and walking. Lyft, a national rideshare company, is banking on this being a permanent lifestyle change. Lyft is well known for connecting local drivers with people seeking transportation, but the company has been quietly working on creating a bikeshare program as well.…

The COVID-19 crisis has had a major impact on our daily lives, including the way some people drive. Motorists seem to be in a hurry, speeding in unprecedented numbers. But with speeding comes a lot of dangers, which is why it's important for drivers to know what steps they can take to avoid getting seriously…

As more and more states like California legalize the recreational use of marijuana, drivers face potentially life-altering decisions about getting behind the wheel of a car after they've used cannabis. Our attorneys discuss impaired driving and emerging legal issues. Some disturbing numbers While research shows using marijuana, like drinking alcohol, impairs motor skills, cognitive function,…

In recent years, rideshare apps such as Uber and Lyft have become popular modes of transportation in California. Like other drivers, rideshare drivers are susceptible to crashes linked to negligence. If you were involved in a rideshare crash, determining who is liable can be confusing. That’s why your crash needs to be investigated by an…

Whether visiting a shopping mall, hospital, restaurant, college campus or other busy establishment, parking lots can be more dangerous than you think. An incident can happen when you least expect it and leave you with serious injuries. The Walnut Creek, CA attorneys at Clancy & Diaz discuss the most prevalent causes of parking lot injuries…

Pedestrians share busy California roads with motorists and truck drivers each day. Yet, our roadway infrastructure often favors motorists over pedestrians. Crosswalks are an essential part of pedestrian safety. Some are regulated by timed signals and are marked with signs and lights. Pedestrians and drivers may not always be aware of how dangerous unmarked crosswalks…