Category: Tips & Information
March 4, 2020 | Tips & Information
Pedestrian deaths reach 30-year high in the U.S. with California, Kern County seeing alarming accident rates
Pedestrian deaths in the United States have hit a 30-year high, according to new data, and California is seeing a jump in death rates that are well above national averages. …
February 5, 2020 | Tips & Information
California ranked 4th worst state to drive in the United States, according to report
Have you had a bad driving experience lately? Well, you may not be alone. California has been named the fourth worst state to drive in the United States, according to …
January 1, 2020 | Tips & Information
New year, new laws for California drivers, police, bicyclist, and more
The New Year brings new laws to California. For 2020, several new laws will affect roadway safety starting Jan. 1, including increased distracted driving penalties, peace officer use of deadly …
December 4, 2019 | Tips & Information
Driving in drizzle: 12 tips for navigating safely in the rain (Rule 1: slow down!)
With rain making its way into the Central Valley, the rich soil is getting a vital ingredient that helps grow the crops to feed our country. But, the water sprinkles …
November 20, 2019 | Tips & Information
Study: Number of people killed by red light runners hits a 10-year high (and how to prevent crashes)
We all learned the rules as children: green light means go, yellow light means slow, and perhaps most importantly, red means stop. Unfortunately, adults seem to be forgetting that lesson. The …
October 23, 2019 | Tips & Information
Teen drivers, school buses the focus of safety awareness weeks
Our children’s safety can be one of the most important focuses in our lives, which makes two national observances this week especially vital. This week in the United States we are …
October 16, 2019 | Tips & Information
Driving while high on THC? Here’s what you should know
Marijuana today has become mainstream as voters across the United States approve ballot measures for legalization and medical use. In fact, cannabis is now legal for recreational use in 10 …
September 11, 2019 | News & Media, Tips & Information
Work injury lawyer James Yoro provides insight for cancer cases involving former refinery workers
Editor’s Note: Chain | Cohn | Clark workers’ compensation lawyer James Yoro provided advice and legal insight in the local cases involving the Mohawk Refinery in Bakersfield, and workers who …
August 21, 2019 | Tips & Information
What you need to know about Valley Fever in Kern County
Last year, California experienced 2,200 new cases of Valley Fever, and most were reported in the southern Central Valley regions of Kern, Tulare, Kings, Fresno, Madera, and Merced counties. In …
August 14, 2019 | Tips & Information
Safety in school zones is key as thousands hit Kern County roadways for new school year
The streets in the mornings and afternoons are filled with cars, bikes, SUVs and buses. The sidewalks, too, are lined with pedestrians, short and tall. This can only mean one …
July 10, 2019 | Tips & Information
Plan your summer road trip, the most dangerous season for drivers, with safety in mind
Even with the new gas tax in California, one of the most cost efficient ways to get your family from point A to point B this summer is on the …
July 1, 2019 | Cases, Tips & Information
Fourth of July Safety: Even legal fireworks (including sparklers) can be dangerous
As the sun starts to set on Fourth of July, Kern County streets start to shine bright with multi-colored fountains of light and flashes. But a celebration of our nation’s …
June 19, 2019 | Tips & Information
Keeping safe at work in Kern County’s summer sun and adverse air quality
The month of June is National Safety Month, and in Bakersfield, we know June as the start of triple digit weather forecasts and stocking up on sunscreen. For those working …
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