If you were in a car accident that was caused by someone else, you are entitled to compensation. You should not have to be financially responsible for the negligence of another driver. Driver error is the leading cause of car accidents in California. According to the U.S. Department of Transportation, in 2019, there were 2,740,000 car accidents in the U.S....
Continue ReadingYour case will probably not go to trial when you file a personal injury lawsuit. More commonly, the parties to a personal injury lawsuit enter into a settlement agreement. A settlement agreement is a contract that resolves all claims between the parties. The plaintiff agrees to release their claims against the defendant in exchange for some amount of compensation....
Continue ReadingThe use of ridesharing companies like Lyft has risen dramatically in recent years. Rideshares offer alternative transportation that is both convenient and affordable. But with the increase in rideshare drivers on the road, there has unfortunately been a corresponding increase in accidents with rideshare cars. If you or a loved one were injured in an accident with a Lyft...
Continue ReadingCar accidents happen daily. In 2022, there were 3,558 fatal auto accidents in California. If you were a witness to a car accident, you might wonder what you should do. The steps you take in the moments after a reckless driving accident could make a big difference in people’s lives. So today, we’ll discuss what to do if you...
Continue ReadingDiscussions of “duty of care” revolve almost exclusively around personal injury. The most common issue examined in these cases is whether a duty of care was owed by one person to another. A breach of a duty of care is synonymous with negligence. For this reason, cases examining duty of care are essentially cases examining whether a person was...
Continue ReadingLosing a limb is a life-changing experience, even with so many new advancements in modern medicine and prosthetics. An artificial limb will never grant the same mobility you were born with. Though there is no legal remedy that can undo the suffering you have endured, you may be entitled to compensation for loss of limb. If you were injured...
Continue ReadingCar accidents are notorious for causing immediate and noticeable injuries. Feeling fine right after a car accident doesn’t guarantee you’re out of the woods. Some injuries might not show up right away. While a few are obvious from the start, others may appear days or even weeks later. Don’t ignore any discomfort, pain, or strange health issues in the...
Continue ReadingIf you’ve suffered injuries in an auto accident due to another’s fault, your medical bills are recoverable. A California personal injury claim includes medical expenses, such as doctor visits, hospital bills, and surgery costs. An auto accident can result in severe injuries with drastic consequences for you and your family members’ daily lives. Contact a personal injury attorney to...
Continue ReadingRideshare apps have changed the way Californians think about navigating our cities. When accidents occur, those rideshare apps also add a new layer to how Californians navigate questions about fault, insurance claims, and possible legal action. If you have had a Lyft or Uber driver accident and you’re not at fault, you should talk to an attorney about who...
Continue ReadingCalifornia uninsured and underinsured motorist coverage is deceptive. There is a good chance even your insurance agent doesn’t clearly understand how it works. And you almost certainly need more of it than you currently have. The reason? Your UM/UIM insurance coverage is “non-stacking” — in other words, it only gives you coverage up to a combined total maximum benefit...
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