California drivers spend a lot of time on the road. But whether for work or fun, if you are involved in an accident, there is an increasing chance you could be charged for emergency services that arrive on the scene.

You hear the siren and glance in the rear-view mirror. Sure enough, flashing blue lights are glaring back at you. Maybe you rolled through a stop sign, driven a little too fast or thought you could make one quick phone call without your hands-free device. You might not even know why you’re being stopped, but it’s time to pull over.

No one likes to be stopped by the police, but there are things you can do to make the encounter less stressful and more favorable.

Your new motorcycle is your new baby: You pamper it, and shudder at the thought of a scratch. But have you thought about the most important aspect of owning that impressive piece of machinery? Now that you own it, you need to insure it - just like a car. Driving a motorcycle without proper insurance is the same as driving a car without insurance – it’s against the law in California.

Motorcycles can conjure up classic images of the California lifestyle, from cruising the Pacific Coast Highway to touring Route 66.
 
For many riders, however, motorcycles are more than just image – they’ve become an affordable alternative to conventional four-wheelers.

In general, motorcycles are less expensive to buy, run, maintain and insure than cars.

Having one more for the road might cost you more than you think. Everyone knows drinking and driving is a dangerous choice – causing injuries, property damage and even death – but most people don’t calculate the financial consequences of driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

The potential costs of a DUI are staggering.  From court costs, fines and attorneys' fees, to traffic school, probation and higher insurance premiums, you can expect to pay $10,000 or more for the experience.