Car Accidents

Sustaining an injury or property damage in a vehicle accident can be an incredibly challenging experience to go through, but individuals should be able to recover compensation if another party was at fault for the incident. However, there are times when there are shared fault incidents. Here, we want to review what happens in California if an individual is partially at fault for their own injuries or property damage. Understanding California’s Pure Comparative Negligence System...

Sustaining an injury or property damage in an accident caused by a hit-and-run driver is not only a confusing experience but a frustrating one. Securing compensation after a hit-and-run incident can be incredibly challenging. Here, we want to discuss various compensation options after a hit-and-run accident occurs in California. We encourage you to reach out to an attorney if you have any questions about what steps you need to take right now. Hit-and-Run is a...

Data available from the California Office of Traffic Safety indicates that more than 28,000 individuals sustained alcohol-related vehicle accident injuries during the most recent reporting year in the state. Individuals harmed due to the actions of an impaired driver deserve compensation. Here, we want to examine the types of compensation typically available to drunk driving accident victims if their claim against the other party is successful. Economic Damages Associated With Drunk Driving Accident Claims Drunk...

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...

Rear-End car crashes are among the most common types of accidents on the road. Tailgating, following too close for conditions, can end in fender benders or far more serious accidents. If you are involved in a rear-end car accident, we would like to offer you some suggestions on how to handle it.  Immediately Following the Car Accident When you are involved in a rear-end car accident, your next steps are critical. Listed below are some...