Navigation In California, you can seek compensation for your injuries after being in a car accident. But what is a reasonable settlement amount? Each case differs, making it challenging to provide an exact quote without knowing the details of your accident and the extent of your injuries. Depending on the extent of the injury-related damages they’ve […]
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What Happens if I Reject an Insurance Company’s Settlement Offer?
If you suffer a personal injury due to another party’s negligence, you may be entitled to compensation in California. The negligent party’s insurance company may contact you with a lowball settlement offer. They do this to avoid paying out maximum compensation, hoping you will accept rather than seek damages in court. You have the right […]
Are Drivers Who Eat and Drink While Driving Negligent?
California law expressly prohibits the use of cell phones while driving, but no law prevents eating or drinking while behind the wheel. Although it’s not illegal, consuming food and beverages and causing an accident can constitute negligence. Our California car accident lawyers can help you recover medical expenses and other losses after a vehicle accident […]
Can You File a Police Report Days After an Accident?
If you are involved in a car accident in California, it is important to seek medical attention, contact your insurance company, and report the incident to the proper authorities as soon as possible after the collision. But what happens if you don’t file a police report after your car crash? Learn the legal requirements of […]
5 Signs Your Car is Totaled
When your car sustains damage in an accident, you’ll need to determine whether it’s a total loss. A totaled car is damaged beyond repair, affecting how you’ll handle claims with your insurance company. If the collision that damages your car also results in injuries, you should hire an attorney to fight for compensation on your […]
What Happens if an Unlicensed Driver Hits You in California?
In California, all drivers must be licensed to operate a motor vehicle. However, not all drivers follow the law, and those who drive without a valid license are more likely to cause accidents. According to a study conducted by the California Department of Motor Vehicles, unlicensed drivers are almost three times more likely to cause a […]
Dealing With Renal Trauma After a Car Accident
Car crashes lead to serious injuries and fatalities every year. In the first half of 2023, 19,515 people died on the roads in the U.S. according to estimates by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. According to the National Safety Council, around 5.4 million people seek medical attention for injuries suffered in motor vehicle accidents every year. […]
Getting Compensation for Facial Nerve Damage
Facial nerve damage is a serious problem that can lead to disfigurement. If you’ve suffered facial nerve damage, it’s important to understand how much compensation you may get from the person or party responsible for your injury. Many factors need consideration when calculating the total cost of compensation associated with facial nerve injury claims. These […]
Should You Be Following the 3-Second Rule While Driving?
Driving a car presents many possible risks; 38,800 people were killed in motor vehicle accidents in the US in 2019. Most of these accidents were caused by driver error. This means that by following a few rules while driving, you can decrease your risk of harming yourself and others. One rule that’s simple to follow […]
Parking Lot Right-of-Ways in California: What to Know
Originally published December 6, 2021. Auto accidents can happen at any time and anywhere. Due to the busy nature of parking lots, minor accidents are quite common. There are over 50,000 accidents in parking lots and parking garages every year. This is usually because one or more drivers are not paying proper attention to what is […]