You have an important decision to make after a car accident. If you report the accident to your insurance company, your insurance rates will likely increase. If you’ve been involved in several accidents or have multiple speeding tickets, your auto insurance might even be canceled after reporting the accident. The alternative is to bypass the […]
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In California, cruising down the road on a warm, sunny day is part of the beauty of living in the Golden State. However, it is in the interest of every California driver to know the state operates on pure comparative fault. Most Californians drive around without an understanding of its comparative negligence law and apportionment
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Experiencing injuries from an accident can be disorienting, and amidst the distress, some may opt to postpone or overlook a comprehensive medical evaluation. However, getting this examination done is hugely beneficial — for both your immediate health outcomes and potentially significant legal reasons that could surface later. The following are five of the most important
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California’s busy roads and highways have inherent risk, especially when traveling at high speeds on the freeway and when traversing the state’s chaotic urban centers. To the surprise of most drivers, road debris is just as much of a threat to automobiles as other motor vehicle operators. Many often wonder who is responsible for road
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A tire blowout can ruin your day in the blink of an eye. That’s because these unexpected explosions of rubber and steel-belted radials can result in a driver immediately losing control of their vehicle and causing a serious accident. When a car crash happens due to a tire blowout, does this create legal liability? And,
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Rideshare vehicles and their drivers seem to be everywhere on the road. The Uber app may have revolutionized the personal transportation industry and gig economy, but it has also escalated a danger — reckless and distracted drivers. When an Uber driver gets into a crash, this can create a complex situation for the victim. If
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Driving under the influence is an incredibly dangerous act that can lead to severe injuries and fatalities to the driver and others around them. When an accident occurs as a result of this illegal behavior and you are injured, you have the right to seek legal recourse through monetary compensation. Understanding who could be responsible
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In California, joint and several liability laws pertain to who is at fault in an accident when there are two or more drivers. The fact is that plenty of accidents are the fault of two or more drivers. Even the best drivers are prone to making the occasional minor mistake that at least partially contributes
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California is an at-fault state. Does that mean parking lot accidents that take place in San Diego and other California cities are at-fault? Yes. If a driver hits another person or their car in a parking lot, the acting driver tends to assume responsibility for the injured person’s losses. Not every acting driver accepts the
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