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What to Do If Your Uber Crashes

Don’t be surprised if your Uber crashes. Most Uber drivers are very inexperienced. Over 95 percent of Uber drivers quit within a year. So, they often over-rely on GPS navigation devices. It’s very tough to drive with one eye on a screen and one eye on the road, especially in an unfamiliar part of town.… Continue reading What to Do If Your Uber Crashes

Does Your Auto Insurance Cover Bicycle Accidents?

Yes, in most cases. For insurance reasons, a bicycle accident is just like a car accident. Bicycles and cars are both motor vehicles. Insurance companies have more than enough money to pay bicycle accident claims. These companies earn more than $1 trillion a year. But instead of using this money to immediately pay claims, they… Continue reading Does Your Auto Insurance Cover Bicycle Accidents?

Know Your Rights: Can You Sue for Assault in California

Yes, because in California, assault is an intentional tort. Other intentional torts include intentional infliction of emotional distress (extreme Mean Girls speech or conduct), false imprisonment (preventing a person from leaving a room), and trespass. You can sue someone for assault to establish legal responsibility. These civil suits are especially common in certain kinds of… Continue reading Know Your Rights: Can You Sue for Assault in California

Understanding Wrongful Death Claim: Causes, Responsibilities, and How to Build a Case!

Untimely wrongful death is the worst-case scenario for most families. These incidents are far too common. Unintentional injuries are the leading cause of death for people under 45. In the wake of such disasters, a wrongful death claim is not on the to-do list for most families. But the stark fact is that these families… Continue reading Understanding Wrongful Death Claim: Causes, Responsibilities, and How to Build a Case!

Is There a Statute of Limitations on Sexual Assault?

Yes, but it’s complicated and largely depends on the type of proceeding (criminal or civil court) and the age of the victim at the time of the assault (under or over eighteen). Many states don’t limit sexual assault prosecutions. But in California criminal court, if the victim was under eighteen at the time of the… Continue reading Is There a Statute of Limitations on Sexual Assault?

How to File an Insurance Claim Against the Other Driver

Many states, not including California, are no-fault insurance states. The claims filing process in these states is very different from the system in California. If you recently moved to California from Massachusetts, Kansas, New Jersey, or any other no-fault state, you’re in for a surprise if you’re in a Car Accident. The Golden State is… Continue reading How to File an Insurance Claim Against the Other Driver

Understanding California Boat Accidents: Types, Liability, and Settlements

Unfortunately, no. In 2023, boat accidents caused over $63 million in property damage alone. Operator inattention, improper lookout, inexperience, excessive speed, and/or machinery failure substantially caused most of these accidents. Usually, the first four constitute operator negligence or a lack of care. As for the fifth cause, most companies are strictly liable for the injuries… Continue reading Understanding California Boat Accidents: Types, Liability, and Settlements

Is It Worth Getting an Attorney for a Car Accident?

It’s worth getting an attorney for a car accident because insurance companies pay five times more money to victims with lawyers than victims without lawyers. A quick check of the math confirms that hiring a lawyer is worth it. If Sally has $10,000 in medical bills and negotiates her settlement, $10k is likely all she’ll… Continue reading Is It Worth Getting an Attorney for a Car Accident?

Breaking Down a T-Bone Accident in Southern California

T-bone side impact collisions account for about 20 percent of the vehicle collisions in California. But they account for almost half of the fatal accidents in the Golden State. Simple innovations, like heavier doors, could significantly reduce the fatality rate. But auto manufacturers keep making vehicles with thin doors, because they’re easier to open and… Continue reading Breaking Down a T-Bone Accident in Southern California

What Happens in Personal Injury Claims?

The stunning and difficult-to-explain decline in the plaintiffs’ trial-winning percentage greatly affects personal injury claims. In the olden days, victims won about 75 percent of jury trials. So, during pretrial settlement negotiations, they made “take it or leave it” settlement offers, which, in most cases, insurance companies accepted. Now, the plaintiffs’ winning percentage is only… Continue reading What Happens in Personal Injury Claims?