Yes, you may still recover damages in California even if you helped cause the crash. That surprises many people. After a collision, drivers often worry that one mistake, such as speeding, looking away or misjudging a turn, will end the claim. California law usually...
Cycling accidents are common in California. For one thing, many cycling accidents happen in urban areas, and California has major centers like Los Angeles. For another thing, these accidents are more common in the summer months when you look at the totality of the...
If you drive or travel as a passenger in a car, it’s important you look before opening the door. Your parents probably taught you this as a child, but they likely also kept child locks on because they didn’t fully trust you yet. Your parents would have been worried...
Getting behind the wheel after the sun goes down poses unique risks to everyone on California roads. Each year, thousands of innocent drivers suffer injuries from crashes that occur after dark. The reduced visibility and higher presence of fatigued or impaired drivers...
Soft tissue injuries, such as sprains, whiplash and strains, are common consequences of road accidents. However, proving these injuries can be challenging, as they may not show up right away on X-rays or other diagnostic tests. If you have been involved in a road...
One moment, you're cruising down the highway, music playing and lost in thought about your day. The next, your world turns upside down in a screech of tires and crunch of metal. Car accidents strike without warning, leaving you shaken and disoriented. But the shock of...
After a car accident, you might feel overwhelmed by the sudden influx of questions and paperwork. One of the most pressing requests you may receive is from the insurance company asking for a recorded statement. This request can seem straightforward, but it carries...
When you moved to California, you may have envisioned long rides along highways that provide scenic views of the Pacific Ocean. Perhaps, you live near the beach. While such amenities may indeed be part of what you love about living in this state, like all states, it...
Driving can be frustrating and frightening when the rules of the road are neglected. However, it can be easy for all of us to pick up bad habits. While these common driving habits may seem to get us to where we’re going faster or easier, they can be incredibly...
Drowsy drivers are the cause of as many as 6,000 fatal crashes each year in the United States. Fatigue and sleepiness while driving pose risks and dangers to all motor vehicle drivers on the road, and also can lead to tragedy. Before hitting the road, one must make...
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