Category: Tips & Information
October 7, 2020 | Community Service, Tips & Information
‘U Drive U Text U Pay’: Officials cracking down on dangerous distracted driving
At any given moment across the United States, about 660,000 drivers are using electronic devices while driving, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. And on a typical day, …
September 30, 2020 | Tips & Information
94 percent of car crashes are caused by human error; autonomous vehicles may be able to help
In 1980, generally considered to be the deadliest year on U.S. streets, over 50,000 people were killed on U.S. roadways. Fortunately, with safety features like airbags added to vehicles, stricter …
August 5, 2020 | Cases, News & Media, Tips & Information, Video
Reward offered for information leading to the arrest in July 22 fatal hit-and-run crash
EDITORS NOTE / UPDATE (MAY 2021): Stephanie Heninger, 42, was arrested on suspicion of causing the fatal crash. The vehicle in the incident was seized in Riverside County, Bakersfield Police …
July 29, 2020 | Tips & Information
Tips for a safe summer road trip during the pandemic
Summer vacation may look different for you and your family this year. Many people are deciding on a summer road trip instead to flying to a vacation destination. In fact, …
July 1, 2020 | Cases, Tips & Information
Fireworks Safety: Don’t let home celebrations this Fourth of July turn to tragedy (or a fine)
As COVID-19 continues to spread locally and statewide regulations block public gatherings, officials are putting a halt to large fireworks shows this Fourth of July, leading many to celebrate at …
June 17, 2020 | Tips & Information
Feeling the Kern County heat? Here’s a safety guide to avoid heat-related illnesses.
The heat has arrived in Kern County, and the extreme triple digit weather is not going anywhere any time soon. As the temperatures rise above 100 degrees, Chain | Cohn | …
June 3, 2020 | Cases, News & Media, Tips & Information
Elder abuse and neglect awareness is more important now than ever
June is Elder Abuse Awareness Month, and there is not a more important time than now to protect and be mindful of our most vulnerable citizens. Senior residents have been …
May 27, 2020 | Tips & Information
During pandemic, auto crashes are down throughout California, but not in Bakersfield-Kern County
The coronavirus pandemic has affected all aspects of our lives, including driving habits. In fact, traffic volume is down throughout California’s roadways, which has resulted in fewer collisions and arrests …
May 20, 2020 | Tips & Information
Electrical Safety: Take these precautions to reduce injury risks at home and work
May is National Electrical Safety Month, and a time to raise awareness on steps that can be taken to reduce the number of electrically-related fires, fatalities, injuries, and property loss …
May 13, 2020 | Tips & Information
More bicycles are on our roadways during the COVID-19 pandemic, and more accidents (how to stay safe)
With the COVID-19 coronavirus crisis restricting much of everyday life, limiting movement to essential trips for food and medicine and a daily outings for exercise, bikes have emerged as savior …
April 15, 2020 | News & Media, Tips & Information
Dog bite prevention during the pandemic, and beyond
With more people taking walks around their neighborhoods and exercising outdoors to take a break from stay-at-home life during the conoravirus pandemic, it’s more important than ever to be aware …
April 8, 2020 | At the Firm, Tips & Information
New mobile app gives Kern County residents free resources, immediate access to Chain | Cohn | Clark
More than half a century ago, Chain | Cohn | Clark pioneered “Group Law Services” to provide quality legal help for working people in Kern County, especially those who belong …
March 25, 2020 | At the Firm, Tips & Information
How personal injury and workers’ compensation systems work together
Note: Veteran workers’ compensation attorney James Yoro recently spoke at the Kern County Paralegal Association luncheon about the relationship between workers’ compensation law and personal injury law. Chain | Cohn …
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