On January 1, 2017, California joined the ranks of a small group of 14 states aware of public safety issues related to cell phone use on the road, enacting a new cell phone law that bans drivers from hold and operate" their cell phones and "handheld" electronic devices while driving.
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Psychological Responses to Injury
If you have been the victim of an accident or have been injured by an intentional act, nobody needs to tell you that physical injuries often leave emotional or psychological scars. What we can tell you, however, is that it is often possible to seek compensation for psychological conditions caused after an...
Automated vehicles – who is liable for an accident?
As driverless or automated vehicles become more and more common on the road, there has also been an increase in the number of traffic accidents involving them. When a driver or pedestrian is injured in an accident involving an autonomous vehicle, the injury victim may not know who is responsible for the...
How To Prove Lost Wages In A Car Accident Case
Suppose you have been injured in a car accident. In that case, you are likely experiencing increasing stress in your life due to numerous medical bills, damage to your property, and pain and suffering resulting from the incident. One of the biggest challenges for car accident victims is their inability to return...
Steps to follow when filing a small claims court claim
Nearly 4,000 small claims are filed each day in the Los Angeles area alone. This legal resource is frequently used because it allows the common citizen to resolve their disputes quickly, easily and, best of all, economically.
The most common types of small claims are:
5 Common Mistakes People Make After a Car Accident
A simple misstep after a California car accident can jeopardize your claim against an insurance company, which in a personal injury case means you could lose thousands of dollars. Therefore, it is crucial that you understand what NOT to do after a car accident. Before discussing the 5 most common mistakes people...
What to do if you witness a traffic accident?
While most drivers have some idea of what to do after an accident, what to do if you witness an accident is a different matter altogether.
Many people have no idea what to do when they witness a traffic accident. They can see the accident, drive on, and hope...
Can fraudulent advertisements lead to a defective product claim?
Under California law, a manufacturer, and therefore all those involved in the marketing chain, of a product are legally responsible for any damage or injury caused by defective products.
Additionally, California Business and Professions Code statutes prohibit the use of false or misleading advertising about the nature of a...
Funeral Expenses in a Wrongful Death Claim
The unexpected loss of a loved one is devastating, especially in cases where the death could have been preventable. When someone else's negligence is to blame, the surviving family should not have to wonder how to shoulder the terrible financial burden.
A wrongful death lawsuit...
How does California law define a psychological injury?
A psychological injury is a condition that develops as a result of a traumatic event. This type of condition can affect a person's ability to perform routine personal and work tasks. In general, the types of traumatic events that give rise to psychological injuries are those that occur unexpectedly, leaving the person...
What constitutes emotional damages?
The term emotional harm encompasses all those situations in which a person suffers physiological or psychological harm due to the negligent or intentional actions of an entity. These can be the mental repercussions of physical injuries (such as brain trauma causing memory lapses, insecurities caused by permanent scarring, or physical reactions resulting...
Why do I need a lawyer for my case?
While the California courts allow anyone to take legal action on their own, as long as they are not acting as executor, trustee, or agent (all of whom must be represented by attorneys in court), this decision is highly discouraged. Many downplay the need to hire a personal injury attorney without realizing...
Can I Sue the Car Company If Airbags Did Not Deploy?
According to information given by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, an air bag can inflate in less than 1/20 of a second. Between 1987 and 2017, these bags saved more than 50,000 lives.
But what if your airbags don't deploy during a traffic accident? If your airbags failed...
6 Things You Can Do to Help Your Attorney After an Accident
A vehicle accident is one of the most shocking and disturbing experiences a person can encounter in their life. Among the consequences of this event are not only physical and emotional recovery (which can take years and have many consequences), but also financial recovery after the incident. For many people, this latest...
Can I sue the city if I fell on a broken piece of concrete and injured myself?
Unfortunately, many American cities (including several in the state of California) are plagued by numerous potholes, cracks in the asphalt, uneven concrete sidewalks, and dilapidated ramps.
According to a 2013 study by the United States Department of Transportation, it interviewed some 7,500 people who claimed to have been injured...
Auto accidents caused by fatigued drivers
Driving while drowsy, sleepy or fatigued represents an exponential increase in risks behind the wheel. According to a recent AAA report, a driver who sleeps just five to six hours a day doubles the risk of being involved in a serious traffic accident, compared to someone who had seven or more hours...
Ten Safety Tips To Teach Kids to Avoid Pedestrian Accidents
Thousands of people are killed or injured in pedestrian accidents yearly in the United States, including children and teenagers. However, parents, family members, and caregivers can help reduce the risk of pedestrian accidents by helping their children learn and practice safe pedestrian behaviors.
Children can be impulsive, and many...
Defining Common Personal Injury Terms
Facing a personal injury case is intimidating not only because of the risk of potential property loss, but also because of the lack of familiarity you may have with the legal terms related to your case. With this in mind, here is a list of terms that tend to be encountered as...
Car accidents on roads under construction
Road construction accidents can be hazardous for both drivers and construction crew members. Drivers must pay close attention to work zone signs, including speed limits or potential road hazards, to avoid potential accidents and injuries. It is important to know how this type of situation is legally handled.
All...
What happens if I am partially responsible for my accident
It is not easy to determine who is responsible in a traffic accident, as not all car accidents involve elements such as drunk, negligent or distracted drivers. In many cases, a car accident involves a variety of factors, from road conditions to manufacturing errors.
Even if you can show...