Category Archives: Auto Accidents
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 »
Reasons It Is Beneficial to Obtain an Attorney Following a Car Accident
If you’ve been hurt in a car accident in Southern California, you have the right to pursue your insurance and legal claims on your own. You don’t technically need to hire a lawyer, but it’s a very good idea to do so. You’ll certainly need a lawyer to take your case to court if… Read More »
Determining Value After Car Crash: Insurance Adjusters
A serious car crash can leave you without a working vehicle while still on the hook for car payments, in addition to other financial burdens. The liable auto insurance company is supposed to pay for the repairs or, in the event that your car is totaled, pay you for the value of your vehicle…. Read More »
Car Accident Liability in CA Construction Zones
Construction zones or work zones on highways and freeways are frequent sites of car crashes. They interrupt the normal flow of traffic, creating additional hazards that require the care and attention of everyone present. Work crews and drivers alike have to be especially careful to minimize the risk of an accident. When a negligent… Read More »
What Evidence Is Needed to Document a Car Accident?
If you ask anyone who’s ever been involved in a car accident, they’ll tell you that the experience can be frustrating and even overwhelming if you are not sure what to do. Having a basic understanding of what to do following an accident can help you navigate the aftermath with a little more clarity…. Read More »
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 »
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 »