In recent years, many cities and municipalities have made significant efforts to make their streets safer for bicyclists. Seattle has created miles of new bike lanes, and has placed “bike boxes” at some intersections to increase cyclist visibility. Take a look at the Seattle Bicycle Master Plan here, and see pictures of some of their […]
Read MoreNo toll booths – “The bill’s in the mail!”
Starting April 15, 2011, crossing the SR 520 bridge in Seattle will require payment of a toll – but there will be no toll booths. So how will this work? An electronic monitoring system will automatically scan your license plate number if you are not equipped with a “Good To Go!” pass, and will send […]
Read MoreTeens, cars, and phones
Did you know that a teen with an intermediate driver’s license is not permitted to use a cell phone while driving – except to report an emergency? A new law that went into effect last year, SSB 6345, states that even hands-free devices are not to be used by teens behind the wheel. So long […]
Read MoreFlu season hits its peak
As the cold winter weather sets in, many of us become sick. According to the CDC, the flu season usually reaches its height in January or February. The CDC recommends an annual flu vaccine, as well as the time-tested prevention tools of hand washing and staying home while sick. Read about the CDC’s “Take 3 […]
Read MoreFuller & Fuller may be able to help – even when no one else can!
Ms. “J” was badly hurt when she was hit at an intersection by a work truck that did not stop for a red light. The truck was owned by a local business. Unfortunately, because of a clerical error, the truck had never been listed on the business’ insurance policy. Ms. J was unable to get […]
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