At many intersections, drivers are allowed to turn right on red after checking for traffic. If there’s a flashing light, they may also be allowed to turn left. This can be problematic for runners. Typically, a driver who is turning will look for other cars first and...
These days, it seems like everyone has a smartphone in their pocket at all times. This means nearly unlimited access to music, audiobooks, podcasts and other types of entertainment. For this reason, pedestrians often wear headphones when walking near the road....
We’ve previously discussed the fact that everybody is a pedestrian at some point, almost every day of their life. Whether you’re just walking across a parking lot to the grocery store or walking around the neighborhood with your dog, you’re still exposed to the some...
You’re a pedestrian at many times of the day, including when walking through a parking lot. This holds true when walking to and from your car at work, the shopping mall, the grocery store and your child’s school. Even though traffic may not be as heavy as it is when...
If you live in or around San Diego, you’re well aware of just how many people enjoy bicycling. Some people use this as their primary mode of transportation. Others do so for the health benefits and environmentally conscious benefits. Regardless of why you jump on your...
Even if you spend more time using your vehicle for transportation rather than your feet, you will most likely end up walking at some point – even if it is just to and from your vehicle as you work, run errands, and spend time with your friends and family. On the other...
Crossing from one side of the street to the next doesn’t sound complicated, however, you shouldn’t take this activity lightly. You put yourself at risk of serious injury or death every time you do so, as you never know when a driver could make a mistake. Here are some...
What people think of vehicles in terms of traffic laws, they usually think of cars, trucks and SUVs. Some people will also think of motorcycles. Not as many people realize that bicycles are also included under the definition of vehicles under California law. If...
When you’re in a car, you know that an accident is possible. You may not have quite the same conscious awareness of your risk, however, when you’re on a bicycle or just walking. Unfortunately, fatal pedestrian accidents have been on the rise for a while, and the...
It goes without saying that walking is a good exercise and a cheap mode of transportation, which is why many here in San Diego engage in this activity. Regardless of why you walk, you risk serious or deadly injury each time you do so anywhere near motor vehicle...
