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May 2014 Archives

GM recalls continue, now more than 11 million cars need repairs

For embattled automaker General Motors, the year just keeps getting longer. It recently announced a new round of recalls in the wake of a $35 million fine for failing to address past defects; specifically a ignition switch issue that led to the recall of more than 750,000 vehicles.

Widow of driver killed in Paul Walker crash sues Porsche

A wrongful death suit has been initiated stemming from last fall’s crash that killed actor Paul Walker and race car driver Roger Rodas. The Porsche Carrera GT the two were riding in lost control on a street in Santa Clarita, hit the curb, sideswiped a tree and a light pole before hitting another tree. According to the Los Angeles County Sheriff and the California Highway Patrol, the accident was caused primarily be excessive speed.

Study suggests that pregnant women are at risk while driving

While many women have what are called “routine” pregnancies, there are still health risks that come with developing a new life. With the possible infections and complications that can come about between baby and mom, people may not think about driving as being a serious hazard.

Baseball manager involved in accident during radio interview

Sports talk radio makes for interesting sound bites, especially when players and coaches are interviewed live. An example was heard on Wednesday as Washington Nationals manager Matt Williams was conducting a radio interview while driving to the ballpark where his team was scheduled to take on the Los Angeles Dodgers.

Crash at ice cream shop kills one, injures six

Ice cream shops are supposed to be places of family fun and enjoyment. They are popular with kids of all ages and hold a special place with ice cream lovers. It is this expectation that makes an accident in Orange County all the more troubling and tragic. An SUV plowed into a Farrell’s Ice Cream Parlour in Buena Park, about 20 miles southwest of Los Angeles.�