Auto Accidents

The law of the state where the accident happened determines what reports must be made after a motor vehicle accident.  Typically, reports should be filed with police, your insurance company, and the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV).  In California, one may report an auto accident to the Highway Patrol (CHP).  In addition, all drivers involved in auto accidents in California are required by statute to file reports with the CHP or local police department under Vehicle Code... Read More

After reviewing the website, CA.gov - I found the following information helpful for all (especially to those who have families) and would like to share it with readers.  The full page can also be found here:  http://dmv.ca.gov/pubs/brochures/fast_facts/ffdl16.htm.

Most drivers, no matter how carefully they drive, will be involved in at least one traffic vehicle collision during their lifetime.  Your chances of being injured or killed in a vehicle collision are... Read More

Currently, there is no national law that bans texting or using a cellular phone while driving.  Although many states have taken the initiative to create their own laws to address this issue, the problem of distracted driving still runs rampant across the nation.
 
For example, some states have chosen to ban cell phone use altogether while driving unless you happen to be a school bus driver or novice driver.  Currently, 29 states (including D.C.) ban all kinds of... Read More