Last week, the Kern County Committee on Public Transportation met to discuss ways to improve safety for pedestrians in the Bakersfield area. The meeting focused on specific areas in Oildale and East Bakersfield which have […]
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California Ranks 47th in Auto Insurance Laws and Compliance
Any time you get into your car, you’re running the risk of being involved in a car accident. There are many drivers on the road in Bakersfield, and the slightest lapse in judgment or concentration […]
Read MoreRecord Numbers of Vehicles Recalled in 2014
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recently released figures regarding auto recall totals for 2014. As expected, there were a record number of recalled vehicles recalled last year. In total, there were 63.9 million […]
Read MoreProving Fault in a Car Accident
The recent high profile car accident involving Olympic gold medalist, Bruce Jenner, is another example of how a collision can change the lives of everyone involved. In Jenner’s case, photographic evidence and cell phone records […]
Read MoreSafe Driving Tips for Super Bowl Sunday
The Super Bowl is this weekend, and there will most likely be many Super Bowl parties being hosted throughout the Bakersfield area. These parties help make the Super Bowl a more social occasion, allowing you […]
Read MoreHonda Fined $70M for Failing to Report Car Accident Injury Complaints
The Obama administration has levied a $70 million fine against Honda for failing to report 1,729 complaints regarding car accident injuries and deaths to federal regulators between 2003 and 2014. During the same time period, […]
Read MoreGM Recalls More Vehicles over Ignition Defect
General Motors (GM) has initiated another recall associated with defective ignition lock systems that can cause safety issues in hot weather conditions. The recall covers 92,221 2011-2012 model trucks and SUVs as well as some […]
Read MoreSafe Driving Tips for the Holidays
This year’s holiday season is in full swing. Typically, the holiday season involves family get togethers, office parties, and many celebrations. Unfortunately, the holiday season is also a common time for people to drink and […]
Read MoreWhat to Do after a Car Accident
Car accidents can be frightening and traumatic events. It is common to be disoriented and confused immediately after a car accident. However, it is important to remain as calm as possible and think quickly. The […]
Read MoreGM Ignition Defect Death Toll Rises to 29
It just keeps getting worse for General Motors. As of October 20, the number of deaths connected to the company’s defective ignition switch problem climbed to 29. As we’ve unfortunately discovered, GM executives sat idly […]
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