Move over, self-driving cars, and make room for self-driving big rigs. A technology company has started testing its self-driving software on “heavy duty” trucks in California. If successful, you could be sharing California’s already dangerous roads with driverless rigs in the not-so-distant future. According to the company behind the software, self-driving software in semi-trucks makes the most sense. Trucks generally drive on freeways while following (mostly) straight routes. Compared with downtown driving, which can require multiple turns and stops, trucks may theoretically be better candidates for self-driving software. The American Trucking Association reports that trucking is one of the most Continue Reading
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Domestic violence continues to be a serious problem in the United States. Domestic violence is a pattern of abusive behavior in a marriage or relationship. It can take many forms, including sexual, physical, economic, emotional, and psychological abuse. Many people immediately think about criminal charges when they hear about domestic violence. While state law differs, all states have criminal statutes that deal with domestic violence. For example, domestic violence can result in numerous criminal charges in California. An abuser could be charged with domestic battery, criminal threats, child abuse, corporal injury, and other crimes for engaging in domestic violence. However, Continue Reading
Family court judges treat domestic violence accusations very seriously during a divorce proceeding. Even though California is a community property state and a no-fault divorce state, judges can consider domestic violence charges when deciding issues pertaining to the divorce. In addition to impacting a divorce action, domestic violence can result in criminal charges. For example, a person could be charged with domestic battery under California Penal Code §243(e) and inflicting corporal injury on an intimate partner under California Penal Code §273.5. In addition, there could be other criminal charges, depending on the facts of the case. What Is Domestic Violence? Continue Reading
Motorcycles can offer a fantastic sense of freedom and an unmatched way to experience the road. But there’s no denying that this mode of transportation is much more dangerous than riding in a car. So how likely are you to die in a motorcycle accident, and can you reduce those odds? There are several factors that may contribute to your odds of surviving a motorcycle wreck. Read on to learn more about motorcycle crash statistics and how you can improve your chances of survival. Overall Motorcycle Wreck Statistics In the United States, there are more than 8 million registered motorcycles, Continue Reading