Recent Blog Posts
What Happens if You’re the Host of a Party and Someone Gets Hurt?
If you’ve ever hosted a party, you may have asked yourself, “What happens if someone gets hurt at my party?” This question becomes particularly important when considering California’s laws surrounding social host liability. Read on to learn how this sensitive topic is dealt with in California. If you’ve suffered an injury because of another’s… Read More »
Mistakes in a Personal Injury Lawsuit: What Not to Do
If you’ve been involved in a car accident in Lancaster, California, you might be considering filing a personal injury lawsuit to recover compensation for damages. The process, however, can be complex and fraught with potential pitfalls. Below, we discuss some of the most common mistakes people make that impair their ability to recover a… Read More »
What Happens if You Were in an Accident With a Rental Car?
Auto accidents can happen anytime, anywhere, and involve any kind of vehicle, including rental cars. If you have been involved in an accident with a rental car, it can be an especially confusing time. Rental car accidents involve additional parties and unique regulations, which can complicate your pursuit of justice and compensation. Here at… Read More »
What to Do if Someone Runs You Off the Road in California
Accidents on California roads are unfortunately not uncommon. Among the various types of road incidents, being forced off the road by another driver is a frightening and potentially dangerous experience. This type of event may result in serious personal injuries and extensive damage to your vehicle. At the Kistler Law Firm we excel in… Read More »
Reasons Why It Makes Sense to Obtain a Local Attorney for Your Auto Accident Claim
Finding the right attorney to help after a car accident can be a daunting task. You want to find a lawyer who not only knows the law but also has the requisite experience, expertise, and familiarity with the courts, defense attorneys, expert witnesses, and other key players. Although it may be tempting to hire… Read More »
Pre-Existing Medical Condition Aggravated After Accident: Can I Sue?
If you were hurt in a car crash caused by someone else’s negligence, you have the right to bring a personal injury claim against the at-fault party. You can sue for your medical bills, your lost income, your pain and suffering, and other damages caused by your accident-related injuries. What happens, though, if your… Read More »
California Driver’s License Vision Requirements
There are many components to obtaining a California driver’s license, including passing a knowledge test, a driving test, and a vision test. You can and should study for the knowledge test and practice for the driving test, but there is not much you can do in the way of preparing for the vision exam…. Read More »
Do I Need to Call the Police After Being in a Car Crash?
A car crash can leave you jarred, confused, and overwhelmed. After the accident you may be assessing your injuries, the damage to your car, other people involved, etc., while worrying about what it means for you financially and trying to decide what to do next. The other driver may even tell you that you… Read More »
Passenger Suing Driver of Vehicle After Accident
There’s a lot of literature out there about what to do if you’re in a car crash caused by a negligent driver. Most of that deals with you as a driver bringing claims against another, at-fault driver. What happens if you were a passenger in the vehicle? Are your rights the same with regard… Read More »
Car in Repair Shop After Accident: How Do I Get Around?
If you’ve been in a car accident, one of the first things you need to figure out is how to get your car fixed, and what to do in the meantime. Read on to learn about how to get your car repaired after an accident, how to get around while your case is pending,… Read More »
