Category: Car Accident

New car tech helps prevent car accidents in numerous ways. However, there are also apps that make driving safer. Everyone wants to believe they are a safe driver; however, just one small distraction could result in a deadly traffic accident. Because many safe driving apps are free to download and use...

If you have been injured in a car accident, you may be entitled to compensation for your injuries, financial losses, and damages. In most cases, car accident claims are settled with the insurance provider for the at-fault driver. However, there are some cases in which an...

A Good Samaritan is someone who lends a hand in times of need or distress without compensation or personal benefit. However, some individuals were being sued for their actions, even though they were genuinely trying to help. Many states, including California, enacted Good Samaritan laws to try to protect people who...

The answer to the question depends on the source you review. Some studies claim that legalized pot increases the rate of car accidents. Other studies state that there is little to no increase in car accidents that can be directly attributed to the legalization of marijuana. One thing is for certain....

Distracted driving continues to be a problem throughout the United States. Thousands of people die or sustain severe injuries in distracted driving accidents each year. Many states have enacted distracted driving laws, including California, to reduce the number of traffic accidents caused by a...

Being in a car accident caused by another driver is frustrating. However, when that driver “hits and runs,” the frustration increases. Not only do you need to deal with the consequences of the accident, but you also bear the cost of repairing your car and medical expenses. Is there anything you...

California is an at-fault insurance state for car accident claims. You must prove that the other driver caused the collision to recover money for an injury claim. Therefore, collecting evidence for your car accident case is a critical step in receiving money for your medical bills, lost income, physical pain, emotional...

There are several things that an individual should do after a motor vehicle accident in California. Calling 911 to report the traffic accident, seeking medical attention, and reporting the crash to their insurance company are just three of the steps that accident victims should take after a car accident. However, what should...

Pedestrian fatalities experienced a steady decline from 1990 through 2009, according to a report by the GHSA. However, after 2009, the number of pedestrian deaths began to rise again. The number of pedestrians killed in motor vehicle accidents in 2018 is expected to be the highest number of pedestrian fatalities in...

What’s worse than being injured in a car accident? When the driver who is at fault speeds off, leaving you in pain and with questions about who is going to pay for your injuries. If you are the victim of a hit and run car accident, you likely have many questions...

We think of the winter holidays as the most festive time of the year, blending family, food, and fun. For a great many of us, though, holiday gathering also include imbibing alcohol. If we were all living in a Currier & Ives painting and riding in sleighs, whether the person holding...

We all remember how we were when we were teenagers. The sky’s the limit, especially when it comes to being able to drive yourself to places. Safety wasn’t always our first priority when it came to driving. However, that’s exactly why you should give your teenage child all the safety resources, skills, and tips...

In car accidents, much of the attention is focused on the drivers. However, passenger injuries in car accidents are worthy of attention, too, as passengers often suffer just as severe, if not more so, injuries than their passengers. If you were a passenger in a car that was involved in an accident and you...

Everyone tells you to make sure you get the other driver’s insurance information when you’re involved in a car accident. What happens when the other driver doesn’t have insurance? More importantly, what if the other driver is at fault and you suffer significant property damage or injury to your person as a result?...

Most people have heard that the vast majority of lawsuits that are filed never go to trial.  That’s generally true, with one of the most common claims being that more than 90% of cases are resolved outside of a courtroom.  But the actual statistics can vary widely depending on a number of factors, including...

What causes wrong-way collisions? Recently, four people were killed in two different wrong-way car accidents in Los Angeles.  The first accident occurred on the 118 Freeway in the San Fernando Valley.  Authorities report that a 30-year-old man was heading east in the westbound carpool lane after midnight.  He collided with another vehicle, killing the...

How can I help if I witness a car accident Famed actor Harrison Ford recently became a hero in real life when he reacted quickly to assist a driver in distress.  Ford was driving east on a Freeway near Santa Barbara when the driver in front of him lost control of her vehicle and swerved...

Although Los Angeles is known for its sunny weather, the city and the rest of California have occasional periods of heavy rain and rough weather which makes for dangerous driving. In short, rain reduces your visibility, response time, and ability to control your vehicle, which increases the risk of car accidents....