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Individuals who sustain injuries or illnesses caused by the negligent actions of a medical professional should be able to recover compensation for their losses. However, medical malpractice claims are notoriously challenging. The first step is ensuring that the medical malpractice claim gets filed within the time frame set forth by the state of California, called the medical malpractice statute of limitations. The Usual Timeframe for Medical Malpractice Claims Under California law, and just like any...

When a motorist opens their car door when a bicyclist is coming their way, this creates a sudden obstacle for the cyclist. Often this causes an accident that seriously harms the bicyclist. By checking their surroundings before opening the doors of a car, drivers and their passengers can avoid dooring accidents. Injuries Caused by Dooring Accidents Though you may safely ride your bicycle, you cannot predict what other drivers and their passengers will do. Cyclists...

Accidents involving pedestrians can be catastrophic for the people involved in the accident and their loved ones. Often, accidents could be avoided if the driver practiced more caution and adhered to the rules of the road. When an accident with a pedestrian occurs, some elements must be considered to determine who is at fault.  Responsibility of the Driver Drivers are responsible for practicing reasonable care when behind the wheel. This includes taking care to avoid...

Electric bikes are a fun, convenient, eco-friendly way to get around. While they have many benefits, like everything else, they have some drawbacks too. Accidents can occur, and they can be quite serious. If you have been in an accident while operating an electric bike, you may be wondering what sort of damages you might be entitled to.  Listed below are some of the damages you may pursue if you have been harmed in an...

Rideshare services like Uber work to ensure safety, but that does not mean accidents involving Uber vehicles will not occur. The reality is that rideshare accidents do happen, but determining liability after these incidents can be challenging. Here, we want to discuss possible liable parties after a rideshare accident occurs in California. Uber Driver Liability Whether you are a passenger in an Uber vehicle that was involved in an accident or a person in another...