Posted On August 8, 2024 California,Car Accidents
As an experienced attorney specializing in personal injury and car accident law in California, I have witnessed countless cases where individuals attempt to handle their car accident claims without legal representation.
While it’s understandable to want to avoid attorney fees, the decision to go it alone can most often lead to unexpected and disastrous outcomes.
In this article, I will outline several shocking reasons why you might lose your car accident case without a lawyer, emphasizing the importance of professional Read More
Posted On November 27, 2019 Car Accidents
After any accident in California, drivers have obligations when it comes to reporting the accident. This article covers key California laws on at-fault drivers, financial responsibility, and related rules.
Reporting Car Accidents to Law EnforcementIf a crash causes death or injury,
the driver must report it within 24 hours to the police or Highway Patrol.
If a police officer is at the scene, they will handle the report.
Do Car Accidents Have to Be Reported to the DMV or Read MorePosted On November 27, 2019 Car Accidents
California Car Insurance
This article takes a look at how California law determines financial responsibility in regard to car accidents,
registered vehicles and car insurance, and how these laws work with insurance claims and lawsuits following a car accident.
What Does California’s “Fault” System Mean for Your Case?California determines liability for car accidents in cities like Riverside based on a “fault” system,
where drivers are financially responsible for the effects of any and all accidents that they cause.
For Read More
Posted On November 27, 2019 Car Accidents
If you can’t speak legalese, you’re not alone—let us clear up a few terms regarding California’s
car accident laws that are absolutely vital to be aware of when you’re building a personal injury case.
What Is the Statute of Limitations?Like most states, the statute of limitations in California affects all injury or death-related
car accident lawsuits in California, and is identical to the law that covers other personal injury cases.
To be more specific, the state places a two-year Read More
Posted On November 27, 2019 Car Accidents
When two cars are involved in a crash, it’s common for the insurance company of the responsible driver to pay for damages, including property, medical expenses and more.
But with more than 15 out of every 100 drivers in California uninsured, where does that leave you in the event that you’re in a collision? Who pays for damages when the other driver doesn’t have insurance?
The good news? You’re not out of options just yet.
Uninsured Motorist CoverageCar insurance Read More
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