Every year on March 17th, we celebrate St. Patrick’s Day, which began as a feast day in honor of the patron saint of Ireland, but has since become a secular celebration of Irish culture in the U.S. And every year on March 17th, we also see an increase in motor vehicle accidents, especially those involving …
Why Truck Accidents are Expected to Go Up in California This Year and Why You Need to Call a Truck Accident Lawyer Before Making Any Statements
Last year we saw a significant decrease in the number of big rig trucks out on California’s highways and freeways. COVID caused massive interruptions in manufacturing, and with goods being held up at ports, very little product was being loaded onto trucks. While COVID is still causing international freight challenges, we are seeing more trucks …
Street Racing Is Still An Issue In Los Angeles County
Street racing has become increasingly a problem on the streets of Los Angeles. At the height of pandemic shutdowns in 2020, it became particularly bad, as fewer drivers on the road made more room for street racers. However, although traffic is beginning to return to normal, street racing still remains an issue on California roads. …
5 Tips from the Best Auto Accident Lawyer: What to Do When Another Driver is Having Road Rage
According to car insurance data, California leads the country when it comes to the states with the most car accidents and deaths. In 2019 there were 3,316 auto accidents, and from those came 3,606 deaths. Now consider this: according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Association (NHTSA) 66% of all traffic-related fatalities were caused by …
What Happens in a Personal Injury Trial?
If someone else’s careless or reckless actions gave you an injury, you may be able to hold that person or party financially responsible for your medical bills and other losses. Most personal injury claims in California end at the insurance stage with settlement agreements, meaning they do not go to trial. If an insurance carrier …
California Truck Lane Restrictions
Large commercial trucks pose extreme risks to other roadway users. Weighing up to 80,000 pounds, large trucks far outweigh the average passenger car, making collisions catastrophic for the smaller vehicle. Although it is not always possible to avoid sharing the road with a big rig, some California truck lane restrictions help separate large trucks from …
What If My Car Accident Injuries Don’t Show Up Right Away?
Some car accident injuries are obvious right away. However, it is possible for car accidents to cause injuries with delayed or hidden symptoms that may not be immediately apparent. If you didn’t notice your car accident injuries for a few hours or days after your crash, you may still be entitled to financial compensation. It …
How To Drive Safely Around Motorcycles & Bicycles
As a motor vehicle driver in California, it is your responsibility to protect the lives of those around you, especially the road’s most vulnerable users. These are motorcyclists, bicyclists and pedestrians. It is your duty to obey traffic laws and drive safely to avoid causing collisions that could be deadly. This Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month …
7 Safety Tips for Motorcycle Riders
May is Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month. Every month should have a focus on motorcycle safety, however, as motorcyclists are much more likely to suffer serious and fatal injuries and accidents than other motorists. If you are an avid motorcycle rider in Los Angeles, it is critical to be proactive about your safety. Following basic safety …
California’s Pure Comparative Negligence Law
Many accidents do not only involve the fault of one party. In some cases, two or more defendants share the blame for a plaintiff’s injuries. In others, the plaintiff shares the fault for his or her own accident and injury. In this scenario, the plaintiff may or may not be barred from financial recovery depending …
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