Recent Blog Posts
Get Covered: Why Optional Auto Insurance Coverage Might Be Right for You
California requires every driver in the state to carry liability insurance. If a driver gets injured because of another motorist, the injured driver simply files a claim with the other driver’s insurance company, and it’s the insurance company’s responsibility to compensate the claimant for their injuries. Unfortunately, insurance companies routinely try to underpay claims… Read More »
Hit by an Uber or Lyft Driver in CA
When you’re hit by a typical driver, the matter is relatively straightforward: You exchange insurance information, and the at-fault party pays. Matters can quickly become more complex if the driver is employed by a company to drive. If they are a commercial driver, such as a delivery driver, then their employer may be liable… Read More »
Things to Avoid After a Car Accident
If you’ve been hurt in a car crash, there are important steps to take in order to protect your rights. There are also important pitfalls to avoid. Below, we discuss a few common mistakes that people make after a car crash that can negatively impact their recovery. For any questions or for help recovering… Read More »
Survival Strategies: How to Avoid Motorcycle Accidents
Motorcycles are fuel-efficient, economical, environmentally friendly, and fun. They are, unfortunately, more dangerous than passenger cars. Bikers who get into accidents are much more likely to suffer serious injuries. If you are going to ride, make sure to ride safely. Below, we offer some tips on how to avoid motorcycle accidents and stay alive… Read More »
Hit By an Uninsured Driver in CA
California law requires all drivers to maintain a minimum level of auto insurance. Drivers must carry liability insurance which compensates accident victims when that driver is at fault for a crash. Not everyone follows the law, however. People may be unable or simply unwilling to pay for insurance coverage. You could be hit by… Read More »
If a Truck/Delivery Driver Hits Me, Can I Sue the Company in CA?
If you were hit by a long-haul truck or a delivery truck driver, you have the right to seek compensation. Companies tend to have deeper pockets than individual drivers, so you stand a better shot at obtaining full compensation for the damage you suffered if you can hold the employer liable. When and how… Read More »
Who Are the Plaintiffs and Defendants in a PI Case?
If you’ve heard about any lawsuit in the news or online, you’ve likely come across the terms “plaintiff” and “defendant.” You may have seen something along the lines of: “The plaintiff alleged that the defendant did X” or “the plaintiffs claim the defendants violated their rights.” Legal jargon can muddy the waters, making situations… Read More »
When Is Your Car Considered Totaled?
After a car crash, your car will typically need repairs. Your car insurance will cover the cost of repairs, or you can collect from another driver (and/or their insurance) if that driver was at fault for the accident. But what happens when your car is so damaged that it is basically undrivable? Are you… Read More »
Actress Anne Heche in Coma, Perishes After Fiery Crash
A Los Angeles suburb saw a harrowing crash right out of a movie last week. Celebrated actress and director Anne Heche, known for roles in blockbusters Six Days, Seven Nights and I Know What You Did Last Summer among many other film and television projects, was involved in a fiery crash that destroyed a… Read More »
What is Mitigation, and How Can It Affect Your PI Case in CA?
If you’ve been hurt in a car accident, slip and fall, or other incident caused by someone else’s negligence, you could be entitled to compensation. If you fail to take the proper steps after your incident, however, you might lose out on certain claims or damages. Injured parties must comply with certain legal duties… Read More »
