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Learning about sharing the road with bicycles forms just a small part of any driving education program or license. As a result, not everyone is aware of their rights and requirements when they are a cyclist or driver sharing a road. If you require a refresher or have been involved in a bicycle vs. car collision, the following information may be helpful. What to Do as a Cyclist There are many benefits associated with using

If you have never been involved in an accident or emergency before, knowing what to do when one occurs may not come naturally. However, if the worst should happen and you end up in a slip and fall accident, knowing what to do next may put you in a desirable position if you decide to file a slip and fall accident claim. It can be worth following these steps below: 1. Seek Medical Help Injuries

No lawyer can tell you the precise slip and fall injury settlement amounts for each and every case with 100% accuracy. However, they can calculate a compensation figure reflective of your case’s severity and several other factors. If you have been involved in a slip and fall accident due to a property owner’s negligence, a qualified Orange County slip and fall lawyer can determine an appropriate settlement amount. Willingness to Negotiate In many cases, plaintiffs

Alongside trying to manage the devastating loss of a loved one, some people also find themselves trying to manage the high costs of that loss. There are funeral expenses to cover, medical bills, not to mention weekly income that they may have relied upon to live. When the death of a family member was caused by ill intentions or negligence of any individual or company, you may be able to sue for wrongful death. If

When families lose a loved one in an accident or due to someone’s negligence, they often ask: “How long does it take to settle wrongful death claims?” It is not an unreasonable question to ask, but it also cannot be answered in simple terms. Every case is unique, which means you can expect the wrongful death claims process to take anywhere from months to years to settle. However, if you require a more in-depth answer

California is at the center of the American motorcycle industry, with the highest number of registered motorcycles in the country. As such, there is a long list of road rules and proper riding etiquette that all motorcyclists must follow. Doing so will not only maintain the order of traffic but it will sustain the safety of everyone on the road. What are some of the key motorcycle rules California riders must abide by? We have

Did you know that California is home to the most motorcyclists in the United States? With approximately 800,000 registered motorcycles in the state as of 2017, California houses the highest number of motorcyclists in the nation, followed by Florida (which has 550,000) and Texas (which has 445,000). Did you also know that California ranked number 15 out of the 50 states for the most motorcyclist fatalities in 2018? Although this may strike you as alarming

One of the hardest things you may ever have to face in life is the death of a close family member due to the negligence or ill intentions of another party. Sometimes, their passing can be hard enough, but then you may also have to deal with the prospect of paying for the costs related to their death. If an individual or company is to blame for the loss of your close family member, you

If you have lost a loved one through the ill intentions or negligence of another party, it can be hard to know what to do next. You know you have suffered a significant loss, but you also know that the death of your loved one has come with a financial loss. Many people who reach out to lawyers about wrongful death claims often have the same question: how are wrongful death settlements paid out? The

It may shock you to learn that motorcycle accidents in the United States are incredibly rampant. In 2018 alone, approximately 4,985 motorcyclists died in road collisions, making them 27 times more likely to be killed in motor vehicle crashes than their counterparts travelling in other types of vehicles. If you are wondering how to avoid motorcycle accidents, particularly fatal accidents, here are three simple and effective measures you can take to protect yourself. 1. Wear