Users of social networks have access to a wide range of media and tools through which they can disseminate information about themselves. This is also true for injury victims, who may use social media to document and disseminate details about their incident.
Multiple experts in the area, however, recommend...
There are many incorrect assumptions about pedestrian rights when there is an accident. This blog will discuss some of the seemingly conflicting rights and responsibilities of walkers and drivers and explain how these concepts work in reality.
California has laws about the right of way for pedestrians and vehicles....
Assessing negligence in a collision is essential because the fault is a significant factor in who has to pay the losses of the other party. You can look at the police report to see who they blamed for the accident or wrote a ticket to, but sometimes liability is more complicated than...
When you experience a personal injury, it's not just your physical well-being that can be affected. Often, accidents result in damage to your property, such as your vehicle, home, or personal belongings. Property damages can add another layer of stress and financial burden to an already challenging situation. In this blog, we...
Truck crashes tend to have more severe or fatal injuries than fender-bender collisions between cars. The greater harm that people suffer is a simple matter of physics. Tractor-trailers have more mass than passenger vehicles, particularly when loaded with heavy cargo, so they deliver an increased force on the other vehicle upon impact.
When you experience a personal injury, the physical pain and emotional distress are often accompanied by a financial burden in the form of medical bills. Medical bills encompass the costs incurred for the necessary medical treatment, services, and supplies required to aid in your recovery. From hospital stays and surgeries to doctor...
Compensatory damages in a California personal injury case are meant to compensate the injured party for the harm they have suffered as a result of someone else's negligence or intentional conduct. The purpose is to restore the injured party,...
When an individual suffers a personal injury due to the negligence or wrongful actions of another party, the consequences can extend far beyond physical pain and emotional distress. One significant aspect that victims often face is the loss of income. In this blog post, we will explore the concept of loss of...
California personal injury attorneys find accident photos and videos particularly helpful in supporting legal claims for damages. By following some tips for taking pictures after an accident, you will have solid photographic evidence to corroborate your version of events and against the other party.
Photos and videos obtained after...
Punitive damages, also known as exemplary damages, are not intended to compensate the plaintiff for their losses. Instead, they are meant to punish the defendant for particularly egregious or reprehensible behavior and deter similar conduct in the future.
In California, punitive damages...
People might find using rideshare services to be convenient, but they might be surprised at how many risk factors are unique to rideshare trips. This blog will discuss the leading causes of rideshare accidents to help you try to avoid these situations.
No matter how diligent a person is,...
When you experience a personal injury, the physical pain and emotional suffering can be overwhelming. In addition to medical expenses and lost wages, the legal concept of pain and suffering recognizes the non-economic damages you endure. This blog will explore what pain and suffering entail in a personal injury case, the relevant...
When a personal injury occurs, the impact often extends beyond immediate medical expenses and lost wages. One critical aspect is the loss of earning capacity, which encompasses the potential income an individual could have earned in the future if not for the injury. We'll delve into what loss of earning capacity entails,...
If you got injured in an accident, you might dread going to the mailbox because of the growing stack of medical bills you might have for the treatment of your wounds. If someone else caused the accident, you have options for getting your medical bills paid by that person.
California's bad faith insurance law refers to the legal principles that hold insurance companies accountable for failing to act fairly and honestly toward their policyholders. It is based on the implied covenant of good faith and fair dealing, which is part of every insurance contract in California.
Under California...
Many people do not realize the danger their social media accounts can pose to their personal injury cases. We tend to compartmentalize our lives into personal versus business or professional matters. However, when you have a personal injury case pending, the defendant and their insurance company could use what you post on...
When you're involved in a car accident, it can be a stressful and overwhelming experience. You may be shaken up, injured, or worried about the damage to your vehicle. In the midst of all this, it's crucial to remember one important step: exchanging information with the other driver.
The state of California allows people to file lawsuits for injuries caused by falls or slip and falls on another's property while the plaintiff was under the influence of alcohol.
This usually means that even though a person was intoxicated when the incident occurred, they can still sue for...
In California, you may be able to sue someone if you contract herpes from them and can prove they were the source of your infection. The grounds for your lawsuit will depend on specific factors, such as whether the person was or should have been aware of their infection, the consensual nature...
The California Civil Code (CIV) §1714 outlines who can be sued after a car accident in California and establishes your right to sue the driver who failed to exercise ordinary care on the road and caused you to suffer injuries, injury-related expenses, and property damage in a car accident. There are several...
