A driver who is careless can absolutely cause an accident that puts you in the hospital. The same is true for a reckless driver. While these two are closely related and similar, there are a few key differences to keep in mind.
Is reckless driving the same as careless driving?
Tips to arrive safely at your California Thanksgiving destination
Thanksgiving is right around the corner, and maybe you're planning a trip to visit Mom and Dad, or maybe Aunt Franny and Uncle George. If you're driving, you and your family won't be alone. Millions of people will hit the road this Thanksgiving, and you and all the other drivers undoubtedly will be eager to arrive at your destination for Thanksgiving dinner.
Californians: Get the help you need if you have post-crash PTSD
PTSD, or post-traumatic stress disorder, is a term we frequently hear associated with service in the military. But the fact is that people can suffer from PTSD from just one everyday incident, such as a car accident.
Distracted driving in California caused by more than cellphones
This year, 2018, marks 10 years since the first distracted driving law went into effect in California, but there still is a long way to go until distracted driving is nonexistent in the state.
School's back in Visalia: What to teach teen drivers
Parents in the Visalia School District have had Aug. 16 circled on the calendar for weeks: the first day of school.
What causes most car crashes in California?
Car accidents happen every day, but they don't have to. Four of the five leading causes for car accidents in California can be prevented by responsible driving.
Simple tips can help Californians avoid a car crash
There is little more unexpected and unnerving than a car crash. A motor vehicle accident may shatter our sense of safety on the road, and serious accidents can cause severe injuries and cost lives.
Are autonomous vehicles safe enough to go mainstream?
The prospect of autonomous or "self-driving" vehicles becoming commonplace is exciting for some people. On a long vacation or commute for work, who wouldn't want to take a little break, sit back and let your car do the work? However, these vehicles are terrifying for others, particularly after a couple of recent fatalities.
Possible DUI collision injures 3 in Chico
It takes a lot of work from a lot of people to keep the roads of California safe. With the largest population of both people and motor vehicles in the nation, the Golden State has to enforce strict traffic laws to reduce injury and damage from motor vehicle accidents.
Visalia car accident causes propane leak
Traffic safety will never be perfect, especially in such an active state as California. But drivers have a responsibility to be as careful as possible to avoid collisions and other dangerous accidents. These can result in grave injury or permanent disability as well as vehicle damage.
