Like many states, California begins 2014 with new laws, some of which take effect on January 1. With over 800 new laws taking effect in 2014, California may lead the nation in the volume of new regulations.
While many new laws affect small segments of the population, some pertain to many more Californians, young or mature. Some new laws may impact your insurance coverage package.
For example, as of January 1, 2014, teen drivers are prohibited from writing, sending or reading text messages while behind the wheel. California teens are violating the law even if they have hands-free devices to keep their attention on the traffic.
Another motorist law requires all drivers to stay at least
three feet away from cars and cyclists when passing. Fines for disobeying this new law begin in September.
Have you ever received a ticket while parking at a broken meter? No longer. Local police cannot ticket a motorist parking at a broken meter. You now can park for free.
A number of new labor laws, such as the increase in minimum wage, are thrilling employees, while making employers cringe. The healthcare reform, prescribed by the Affordable Care Act (ACA), is finally here, often to the dismay of smaller employers.
Individuals and businesses still confused--which is most of them--about the ramifications of new auto, healthcare and other laws should contact
Cook, Disharoon & Greathouse, Inc., particularly those in the east bay area and Oakland. Offering a full line of insurance products and helping people and businesses since 1953,
Cook, Disharoon & Greathouse will clear away the "fog" of confusion and misunderstanding surrounding new state laws for 2014.
