Boston Car Accident Lawyer Blog

Car Crash On California Interstate Leaves 3 Dead.

Posted on February 14, 2019 by gil hoy

Although negligent driving contributes significantly to the number of car accidents that occur each year, the real issue lies with the sheer number of drivers that are on the road everyday. Not long after their introduction in the United States, cars became the preferred method of transportation for millions of Americans. Thus, it is not surprising that car crashes occur daily, as with each new driver on the road, the likelihood of an accident increases. That does not mean, however, that car crash prevention is futile. Legislators and local authorities should remain vigilant in passing and enforcing laws that seek to reduce the number of car accidents, and drivers should take personal measures to ensure that they are not endangering anyone on the road. If a car accident does occur, it would be wise to contact an expert car accident attorney at 617-787-3700.

On Friday, November 9, authorities reported a major car accident on Interstate 80, in Fairfield, California. Although details on the motor vehicle accident are not yet clear, video from a local news channel shows a severely crushed car on the back of a tow truck. The car accident reportedly left 3 people dead, although it is unclear whether they were all in one car, or there were victims from multiple parties and cars involved in the accident. Cleanup of the accident is expected to slow traffic in the area significantly.

If you or a loved one has been injured as the result of a car crash, you may be entitled to significant monetary relief. Act now and contact an expert car accident attorney here at the Law Offices of Gilbert R. Hoy, Jr. and Affiliates to discuss your potential claim. Call our Boston injury lawyers today at 617-787-3700 or email us at info@gilhoylaw.com for your free and private consultation. Your needs are our top priority!

Study Reveals That Human Error Is The Leading Cause Of Self-Driving Car Accidents.

Posted on September 27, 2018 by gil hoy

The ongoing debate surrounding self-driving cars mostly focuses on whether or not these cars are actually involved in motor vehicle accidents at a lower rate than that of regular cars. If self-driving cars provide no additional safety, then it is unlikely that people will be willing to pay more to drive one. What’s more, there is some indication that the technology might actually lead to accidents in some cases, accidents that might have been prevented had a person been driving the car manually. In such a situation, it would be wise to contact an expert car accident attorney at 617-787-3700.

In a recent study, which catalogued all accidents involving self-driving cars between 2014 and 2018 in California, it was revealed that the vast majority of these car accidents were the fault of humans, as opposed to the technology of the self-driving cars. In all but one of the 38 auto accidents that occurred when a self-driving car was moving, the fault was entirely with the person operating the vehicle. Similarly, in all 24 of the car accidents that occurred while a self-driving car was parked, the fault was with the person operating the vehicle.

Many people remain skeptical that handing over control of operating a motor vehicle to the vehicle will actually improve safety on the roads. This sentiment is one of the biggest obstacles to self-driving cars hitting the roads in large numbers. Although this study is limited in scope, it is at least an indication that humans remain the greatest threat to road safety.

If you or a loved one has been injured as the result of a car accident, you may be entitled to significant monetary relief. Act now and contact an expert car accident attorney here at the Law Offices of Gilbert R. Hoy, Jr. and Affiliates to discuss your potential claim. Call our Massachusetts injury attorney specialists today at 617-787-3700 or email us at info@gilhoylaw.com for your free and private consultation. Your needs are our top priority!

California Rolls Out Plan To Keep Falling Trees From Striking Drivers.

Posted on August 22, 2018 by gil hoy

State and local governments have a responsibility for the safety of their citizens. Sometimes, efforts by these governments will be uniform across the nation, as there are a number of ubiquitous dangers facing everyone in the country. Car accidents, for example, are a problem everywhere, and states implement speeding guidelines and post warnings to try and stifle the dangers posed by motor vehicles. Some dangers, however, are unique to particular states, and their local governments must implement unique strategies to deal with these problems.

For example, trees falling onto motorists in California, in the Tahoe Basin in particular, has posed an enormous safety hazard and results in deaths every year. Earlier this year, during heavy winter snowstorm weather on Highway 89, a tree fell into the roadway and killed a Tahoe City woman as she drove in her car in Squaw Valley. Other mountain highways near the lake have also experienced tragic crashes caused by falling limbs and trees. California is responding by implementing initiatives to reduce this risk, and highway 89 will be where crews begin their work. A $115 million California safety campaign has made it possible for crews to have already cut down more than 100,00 dead trees all over the state on state property next to highways.

The next step is for public safety workers to approach people who own houses next to the highway in order to get permission to cut down trees that pose a particular risk. It is illegal for the state to cut down any such trees without permission, and the trees must meet a variety of specifications in order to be eligible.

If you or a loved one has been injured in an auto accident, you may be entitled to significant monetary relief. Act now and contact an expert auto accident attorney here at the Law Offices of Gilbert R. Hoy, Jr. and Affiliates to discuss your potential claim. Call our Boston injury attorney specialists today at 617-787-3700 or email us at info@gilhoylaw.com for your free and private consultation. Your needs are our top priority!