Most parents do not expect a routine carpool drive to turn into a legal problem. A short trip to school or a friend’s house feels safe because the drivers and the children in the car are familiar. When a crash happens during one of these everyday drives, families...
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Who pays if the driver at fault for the crash is uninsured?
Motor vehicle collisions can cause costly property damage and major injuries. Collision injuries often generate medical bills and can also reduce a person’s income. Most people involved in California collisions expect to cover their losses using insurance. Some of...
Law aimed at lower rideshare fares also limits insurance coverage
This past October, Gov. Gavin Newsom signed a bill into law that was widely touted as lowering the cost of rideshare services provided by companies like Uber and Lyft throughout California. Those behind the law, which took effect at the beginning of this year, also...
A left turn can lead to the deadliest type of crash
Left turns take longer than right turns. The flow of traffic on the right side of the road leads to significant exposure for those turning left. Many intersections feature dedicated lanes and even special lights for left turns to ease traffic congestion and reduce the...
How does cargo load impact truck accident legal outcomes?
Sharing the road with large trucks in Southern California is stressful because you cannot trust that the cargo stays secure. Factors like weight and balance greatly affect how a truck handles. When you get into a truck accident, these same factors can shape how your...
Who can file a California wrongful death lawsuit?
Lawsuits are a means of holding people or businesses responsible for unsafe or illegal behavior. In scenarios where prosecutors don't bring charges against those who harm others, the civil courts may be the best action for those who need financial relief and some...
3 reasons to take photos after a car accident
If you get involved in a car accident someone else caused, it is usually a good idea to take pictures after the accident. This should not necessarily be your first priority, as you always need to seek medical attention for anyone who has been injured. But after that,...
What is the deadliest time of year for drivers in Southern California?
When you think of the most dangerous time to drive, you probably picture a winter rainstorm or intense snowfall at Big Bear. Here in the lower elevations of Southern California, we know all too well that the "rainy season" can make roads slick and oily. However,...
3 options for covering the costs of a hit-and-run crash
Hit-and-run collisions can put people in very dangerous situations. When the other driver doesn't stop as they should, an injured person might go a long time without receiving the medical care they require. Hit-and-run collisions also typically lead to more...
What to do if a driver says they did not see you
The phrase "I did not see you" is one of the most common explanations drivers give after colliding with a pedestrian or cyclist. It often shows up in accident reports and raises serious legal questions about a driver’s responsibility and negligence. When a motorist...



