How Is Fault Determined in a Car Accident?

December 10 2022

In some car accident scenarios, it can be difficult – if not impossible – to determine exactly how the accident happened and who caused it. When that is the case, an accident victim or their lawyer may need to retain an accident reconstructionist, review a police report, or speak with eyewitnesses about how the accident …

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Can Social Media Affect Your Car Accident Claim?

December 06 2022

Many people today maintain active social media profiles on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and other popular sites. However, accident victims must always be aware of what they post on these sites, especially when it pertains to their physical activities. Insurance companies and their adjusters regularly scrutinize accident victims’ social media profiles and online presence. If they …

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Highway Hypnosis: How to Avoid White Line Fever

December 02 2022

Highway hypnosis, otherwise known as “white line fever,” occurs when a driver “zones out” while operating their vehicle on long stretches of flat highway. When many drivers succumb to highway hypnosis, they are operating their vehicles at speeds of 65 miles per hour or greater. While commercial vehicle drivers, including operators of large trucks, tractor-trailers, …

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Did You Apologize After an Accident?

November 22 2022

Many people have a natural inclination to say, “I’m sorry,” to another driver following a car accident, even if they did not cause the accident themselves. However, the at-fault driver’s insurance company may consider this statement an admission of fault for the crash and use it against the accident victim at trial. Moreover, the insurance …

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California Work Zone Laws

November 10 2022

Given the significant number of public roads throughout California, renovation and construction crews are typically busy throughout the entire year. While road improvements can be a good thing, work zones may create hazards when construction companies fail to follow the law. In fact, serious and deadly accidents can sometimes happen in these areas. Both roadway …

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Calculating Damages in Your Wrongful Death Case

November 03 2022

It is never easy to lose a loved one – especially if they died in an accident that was preventable. When fatal accidents occur because of someone else’s error, omission, or intentional act, you and other surviving family members may be eligible to file a wrongful death claim seeking various damages. Although no amount of …

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Pedestrian Rights in a Crosswalk

October 31 2022

In both marked and unmarked crosswalks, California pedestrians have the legal right of way. When a driver approaches a designated crosswalk, they must reduce their speed, take the proper precautions, and watch out for pedestrians. When they fail to do so and a pedestrian accident occurs, the injured pedestrian can file a personal injury claim …

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Preventing Dog Bite Attacks

October 20 2022

Whenever a dog bites or attacks a person, serious injuries can result. In some instances, the bite victim may be able to hold the dog owner responsible for their injuries and damages. If you or someone you love is the victim of a dog bite attack, you have legal options available to you. In addition …

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Rear-End Collision Injuries

October 14 2022

A rear-end collision occurs when the front of one vehicle strikes the back of another vehicle. When this happens, the force of impact may cause an accident victim’s body to move around inside their vehicle or jerk frontwards and backwards. As a result, a part of the accident victim’s body might strike the steering wheel, …

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Road Hazards and Motorcycles

October 02 2022

Cities, counties, construction companies, and other entities in California have a legal duty to maintain their roadways in a safe manner. They also have a duty to warn about defective roadway conditions and make the necessary repairs promptly. When roadways contain serious defects – including large cracks, deep potholes, or open manholes – a cyclist …

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California Car Fatality Stats

September 30 2022

Unfortunately, car accidents continue to be a major cause of death in California. In many circumstances, these fatal car accidents result from some type of driver error, recklessness, or negligence. One of the most accurate and complete reports for traffic fatalities in California is the Highway Patrol’s SWITRS report. The most recent report came out …

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Determining Fault in Multi-Vehicle Collisions

September 20 2022

In many car accident scenarios, it can be difficult, if not impossible, to determine how the accident occurred and who caused it. When that happens, it may become necessary to retain an accident reconstructionist or other expert who can piece together how your accident happened. If you suffered injuries in a car accident that someone …

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