California teen driving laws can be a bit confusing, but parents and teens alike need to know these laws and abide by them to avoid points on their license. Unfortunately, there are often news stories about teens involved in car accidents, causing car accidents, or making mistakes that could have resulted in significant loss. Understanding
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Millions of Americans rely on ride-sharing services — like those offered by Uber — to go places. More convenient and readily available than cabs, getting an Uber is as simple as a few taps on your phone. But although it is easy to use, there are some risks involved in taking an Uber — both
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Unless you’ve been camping in the wilderness without internet, you’ve probably heard of the new mobile game Pokémon Go. The game debuted on July 6 and became — quite literally — an overnight success. Already, millions of people have loaded Pokemon Go on their smartphones. But the addictive game didn’t take long to reveal its
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For cyclists, Mount Diablo — with its stunning views, steep inclines, narrow roadways and blind curves — presents a thrilling challenge. But those same attractions that lure so many cyclists also cause many accidents between bicycles and cars, along with many injuries. The Contra Costa County mountain is one of the tallest peaks in the
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Discussions on bike safety are influencing laws and safety programs throughout California. It was only natural that a discussion about earbuds while driving or biking would also arise and eventually lead to new laws. While there are no statistics regarding a link between earbuds and accidents, states take note on how shutting off from the
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Main Takeaways: Electric bike riders need to be 16 years old and must wear an approved bicycle helmet. There is no license required to operate the Bolt Electric Bike. License plates and insurance are also not required. Electric bikes under 1,000 watts and travel less than 20 mph are not considered motor vehicles and therefore
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Excerpts from California Laws that Pertain to Motorized Scooters California Vehicle Code (CVC) Concerning Motorized Scooters California Vehicle Code §407.5(a) A “motorized scooter” is any two-wheeled device that has handlebars, has a floorboard that is designed to be stood upon when riding, and is powered by an electric motor. This device may also have a
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In the last couple of years, there have been more worker injuries and fatalities in the Latino community in California. While the data clearly indicates this is happening and that speaks for itself, that is not the real issue. The heart of the matter is why this is taking place. If there is something about
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