Car Accidents

Teen drivers in California face many hazards on the road due to their inexperience and reports showing that they are more likely to take risks behind the wheel.

Many readers in Sacramento can probably remember when they received their first set of car keys. As a teenager, having the ability to drive without adult supervision seems like a tremendous amount of freedom.

Distracted driving significantly increases the risk of being in a car accident in California. Could the chances of getting in a car accident be due to more drivers running red lights? A new study suggests just that.

California spends approximatley five times more per mile on road maintenance and upgrades for the 18,260 miles worth of roads -- the 11th largest higway system in all 50 states.

Summer is the most dangerous time for teenagers to be driving in California and throughout the rest of the country. Every year, fatal car accidents involving teenagers increase during the summer months, especially around the Fourth of July.

Driving while distracted has become a common occurrence in California, with many drivers still using cellphones and other technology behind the wheel.

A wide range of injuries may occur when a person is involved in a freeway car accident in California.

It is against the law to drive without a valid driver's license, but some people disregard that. However, a new study shows that unlicensed drivers put others at risk.

The last several years have been filled with major auto recalls and vehicle safety issues. We have posted many updates about the ongoing Toyota recalls as well as news about personal injury litigation against the company.

We have written many stories about the damage which results from drunk driving. When a drunk-driving car accident results in death, injuries or even vehicle damage, that irresponsible driver can face criminal and civil charges.