One concern about being seriously injured in a car crash is whether the at-fault driver has enough insurance. Does the negligent driver have policy limits to fully compensate out-of-pocket expenses and the pain and suffering you’ve endured? It’s not unusual for the at-fault driver to not have enough insurance. When this happens, injured people aren’t able to recover the...
Continue ReadingA big concern for someone hit by a drunk driver is the settlement. There is no average settlement for a drunk driving accident. Each person’s situation is unique and their settlement depends on the individual facts of their case. Did the Driver Have Insurance? The biggest factor in a hit by drunk driver settlement is the driver’s insurance policy....
Continue ReadingIf you sustained injuries in a motor vehicle collision in California, you might be wondering who will pay for your medical treatment, time off work, and your vehicle damage. Understandably, many prospective clients are curious to know how much these types of claims are worth. However, there is no average settlement amount for a rear-end collision or any other...
Continue ReadingCalifornia drivers should take careful heed when approaching an intersection controlled by red and yellow traffic lights. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, over one-third of all intersection-related fatalities involve traffic lights. While dangerous, red and yellow light traffic collisions are also some of the most preventable accidents. Accidents are common when drivers think they can “make”...
Continue ReadingBeing injured in an auto accident is a scary experience, especially when someone else’s negligence caused the collision. You might be wondering who will pay for your medical expenses, the time you lost from work, your property damage, and more. Understandably, prospective clients want to know what the average auto accident settlement is. However, you should evaluate your case...
Continue ReadingAfter a car accident, obtaining a copy of your California accident report proves useful if you plan to file a lawsuit for your injuries. If the California Highway Patrol reported to the scene of your accident, it’s more than likely they created an accident report detailing specific facts about the incident. Read on to learn how to obtain a...
Continue ReadingAfter a car accident, one vital piece of evidence used to support your claim for recovery against an at-fault driver is the accident report. If you’ve been involved in a car accident in Woodland, CA, read on to learn more about how to obtain a copy of your Woodland Police accident report. Ways to Obtain a Copy of Your...
Continue ReadingIf you sustained injuries in a motor vehicle collision in Vallejo, you might decide to take legal action against the responsible party. You could recover compensation for your medical treatment, lost income, emotional trauma, and more. Your Vallejo police report will help to document your claim. Ordering your accident report from the Vallejo Police Department is easy. Making a...
Continue ReadingCalifornia is NOT a no-fault state. Rather, California is a fault or tort liability state. This means that California accident victims have the right to pursue compensation for their injuries and other damages from whoever caused their accident. In most cases, you should be able to pursue a claim even if you contributed to the accident. You could be...
Continue ReadingA police report, known in California as a collision report when it involves a car accident, is important documentation of just about any personal injury claim based on an accident, especially a car accident. Napa police reports are no exception. Obviously, a favorable police report is good news for your claim. If the report does not favor you, however,...
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