A fully loaded big rig truck weighs at least twenty times more than a regular passenger vehicle. It’s not surprising that trucks cause devastating injuries when they collide with cars, vans, motorcycles, bicycles, or pedestrians. According to the National Safety Council, trucks are two and a half time more likely to be involved in fatal […]
Although it may not sound like a big deal, road rash is a serious injury that may have severe medical consequences when left untreated. Road rash causes scarring, infection, and damaged tissue and it can even be fatal. Road rash may be accompanied by additional injuries that require medical attention. If you’ve been harmed in […]
The global spread of COVID-19 is affecting every one of us. At Bruno & Associates, we are committed to protecting the health and safety of our employees, clients, vendors and the public while still continuing to provide the best legal services possible to every single person who needs our help. A global effort – to […]
“In view of recent events in our communities and through the nation, we are at an inflection point in our history. It is all too clear that the legacy of past injustices inflicted on African Americans persists powerfully and tragically to this day. Each of us has a duty to recognize there is much unfinished […]
New “infotainment” technology in vehicles is causing more drivers to become more distracted than ever before. Many believe hands-free devices and dashboard “infotainment” systems are safe because they are provided by vehicle manufacturers, but research shows these technologies lead to the same cognitive distraction and inattention blindness as a hand held device. Nevertheless, because some […]
The California Department of Insurance issued a new regulation prohibiting the use of gender in setting personal automobile insurance rates in California. The Department is mandated to protect California insurance consumers, and the new regulation will ensure that auto insurance rates are based on factors within a driver’s control (such as driving history) rather than […]
Riding a motorized scooter such as those offered by Lime, Bird, and other companies are fun but riders must comply with the California Motor Vehicle Code or face a ticket. According to Vehicle Code section 21235, any person operating a motorized scooter must have a valid driver’s license or instruction permit and: may not carry […]
Whether we drive cars or motorcycles, bike, or walk, the road belongs to everyone and everyone has a part to play to ensure safety on the road. Regardless of your mode of transportation, we have a duty to know and follow the law. For example, drivers and bicycle riders must obey all the same rules […]
Driving means independence and we all want to continue to drive as long as we can. Senior drivers tend to be among the safest drivers on the road mainly because of their experience and general risk avoidance. However, as we age, some of us may notice changes that affect our driving ability to the point […]
Even when you are driving as carefully as possible, there is still the potential that you may get into a car accident on the road. Many car accidents result in injuries to those driving the car and those riding in the vehicle. If your child is in the car and gets injured, this will most […]