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Who Is Liable When a Car Door Opens Into Traffic?

Startled Cyclist Swerved to Avoid Car Door That Suddenly Opened on Suburban Road

The person opening the car door is almost always at fault. Most states, including California, have laws that prohibit opening a vehicle door into traffic unless it can be done safely. Under California Vehicle Code 22517, a driver or passenger must not open a door on the side of moving traffic until it is safe. …

What If the At-Fault Driver Dies in the Accident?

Red emergency stop triangle sign and Red warning police tape afore Destroyed car in car crash traffic accident on city road. Smashed broken car in accident.

A car accident is already a traumatic event, but learning that the driver who caused the crash did not survive adds an entirely new layer of confusion to an already devastating situation. You may be left wondering whether you still have the right to pursue compensation, or whether the other driver’s death has closed the …

What to Do When the At-Fault Driver’s Insurance Policy Limits Are Too Low

Auto accident involving two cars on a city street

When you suffer serious injuries in a car accident, the at-fault driver’s insurance should compensate you for medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and future care needs. However, California only requires drivers to carry minimum liability coverage of $15,000 per person and $30,000 per accident for bodily injury. These amounts rarely cover the true …

What Is the Role of Motor Vehicle Accident Reconstruction Experts in Personal Injury Litigation?

When a motor vehicle accident results in catastrophic injuries, determining what happened often becomes a difficult puzzle requiring scientific analysis and technical knowledge. Motor vehicle accident reconstruction offers a methodical process to understand the sequence of events, determine contributing factors, and establish fault in personal injury cases. These specialized investigations may mean the difference between …

California’s New Laws for Electric Vehicle Accidents: What You Need to Know

An electric car charging in California

California’s electric vehicles have transformed our roads, bringing cleaner air and cutting-edge technology to millions of drivers. However, this automotive shift has also introduced complex legal challenges when accidents occur, prompting the state to implement new regulations specifically addressing electric vehicle liability and safety concerns. As electric vehicle adoption accelerates across California, lawmakers have recognized …

What States Have the Most Multi-Car Accidents?

Multi-vehicle pile-ups are among the most devastating types of traffic accidents, often resulting in widespread injuries, fatalities, and road closures. Across the United States, certain states face these incidents more frequently due to a combination of heavy traffic and challenging weather conditions.  States like California and Florida lead the nation in significant pile-ups, closely followed …

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