April is National Distracted Driving Awareness Month and the ​Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department​ (LASD) wants to remind drivers to stay focused, keep eyes forward and hands on the wheel. Distractions like checking a phone, using the in-dash touchscreen or car phone app, adjusting the radio, or eating can have devastating consequences. “Distracted driving continues to put everyone on the ...

Distracted driving causes hundreds of crashes across California each year, and violations of the state’s hands-free cellphone law remain an ongoing concern. As part of Distracted Driving Awareness Month, the California Highway Patrol is urging drivers to put down their phones and stay attentive to help make roads safer for everyone. Every year, CHP officers issue more citations to drivers ...

Car crashes happen all over the country at all times. Thousands of them occur between sunrise and sunset. Many aren’t all that serious, but some cause injuries or even deaths. When one car hits another, that can cause damage and injuries, but when several vehicles hit each other, that can cause much more chaos. Injuries and property damage can certainly ...

With graduations at the forefront of students’ minds, deputies are urging parents to check in on their teens’ driving practices, hopeful that their “next drive won’t be their last.” As car crashes remain the leading cause of teen deaths in the United States, the Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station is encouraging parents to talk to their teens about safe driving ...

Nobody goes out intending to get into an accident. But unfortunately, accidents happen all the time. Road safety is vital for drivers and pedestrians alike. Every driver wants to get to their destination safely, and every pedestrian wants to cross the street without getting hit by a car. Everyone can do some simple things to reduce their risk of being ...

It’s no secret that distracted driving is a serious problem in the United States. With so many people using their smartphones while they’re behind the wheel, it’s hard to believe that any of them are actually paying attention to the road. And this has led to an alarming number of accidents and injuries across the country. Drivers who use their ...

The City of Santa Clarita is accepting name submissions for the Youth Grove in Central Park, which commemorates youth who have lost their lives in traffic incidents. The submissions for names to be added to the grove, which are due July 30, must be for youth ages 24 and younger who lived or attended school in the Santa Clarita Valley ...

Truck accidents are some of the most challenging lawsuits you can handle. With so many legal issues, these lawsuits require smart minds. That’s why you need the right strategy to win these cases. Remember, the law is very complex when it comes to truck accident cases. Simple mistakes can deny you justice or victory. So, if you want the best ...

Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station deputies are urging parents to discuss the dangers of distracted driving with their teenage children.   With May being the focus of graduations for most families and students, Sheriff’s officials are urging parents to discuss safe driving tips with their students about the danger of distracted driving as most of them are about to take their ...

Did you know that distracted driving is one of the leading causes of traffic accidents in the United States? It is shocking how much drivers attempt to do while they are driving. Common types of distractions while driving include wearing makeup, taking on the phone, texting, checking for directions, watching videos, and eating. A moment of distraction may be enough ...