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If You Fall on Someone Else’s Property, Who Is Liable?

Most falls occur at home, making liability relatively clear. But if you fall on someone else’s property, liability is unclear, to say the least. That’s especially true in California, which has very complex premises liability laws. Additionally, away-from-home slip-and-falls can happen almost anywhere, like a grocery store, a friend’s house, a restaurant, or even on… Continue reading If You Fall on Someone Else’s Property, Who Is Liable?

Who is Liable in a California Rideshare Accident? What Victims Should Know

Driver error causes more than 90 percent of the vehicle collisions in the Golden State. In terms of liability, the key questions are which driver made the mistake and what entity or person is financially responsible for those damages. We’ll examine these questions in this post. We know driver error causes more than 90 percent… Continue reading Who is Liable in a California Rideshare Accident? What Victims Should Know

How to Sue for a Motorcycle Accident: Legal Steps Explained

Many victims of motorcycle crashes don’t want to sue. Frequently, they don’t want to “blame” the other driver for an “accident.” Other times, a health insurance company pays most medical bills, so the victim believes a suit is unnecessary. Still others believe the civil court system is too expensive and complex to deal with, especially… Continue reading How to Sue for a Motorcycle Accident: Legal Steps Explained

If You Were Hit by a Truck, Should You Hire a Lawyer?

You should absolutely hire a lawyer if you were hit by a truck, especially if the size of the settlement matters to you. The injuries in these cases make these matters very complex. Serious burns are a good example. Usually, these injuries require treatment at speciality burn centers. Insurance companies often get sticker shock when… Continue reading If You Were Hit by a Truck, Should You Hire a Lawyer?

What Happens if You Hit a Pedestrian and They Are at Fault?

If you hit a pedestrian and an insurance investigator or first responder says the pedestrian was at fault, you (or more likely your insurance company) could still be liable for damages, due to the difference between fault and liability. Fault is like the halftime score of a football game. Fault is a preliminary determination based… Continue reading What Happens if You Hit a Pedestrian and They Are at Fault?

When Can a Spouse File a Loss of Consortium Claim in a Personal Injury Case?

In a nutshell, and in most cases, after an injury occurs, a spouse may file an independent loss of consortium claim in a personal injury case if the spouses were legally married, the statute of limitations has not expired, and the claimant can establish the loss of consortium elements by a preponderance of the evidence… Continue reading When Can a Spouse File a Loss of Consortium Claim in a Personal Injury Case?

Your Legal Options If You’re Hit by an Uninsured Driver

Regardless of insurance status, most car crashes cause serious injuries, such as head injuries, broken bones, and internal injuries. Modern safety equipment literally softens the blow. But no safety equipment can possibly absorb all the force in a high-speed car crash. These injuries are especially severe if the victim has a pre-existing medical condition, is… Continue reading Your Legal Options If You’re Hit by an Uninsured Driver

Who Is at Fault When Someone Is Injured on Your Property

As outlined below, in California, one of three parties could be at fault if someone is injured on your property. In the first instance (owner liability), a homeowners insurance company is financially responsible for damages. The company also has a duty to represent you in court. Some property owners mistakenly believe that the insurance company… Continue reading Who Is at Fault When Someone Is Injured on Your Property

What To Do After A Car Accident? A Step-By-Step Guide from Los Angeles Car Accident Lawyers

You didn’t ask for this. One moment you were driving normally, and then everything changed. Now you’re managing a damaged vehicle, a body that may not feel right, and an insurance company that’s already calling. The decisions you make in the next 24 to 72 hours will directly shape your health outcomes, your legal rights,… Continue reading What To Do After A Car Accident? A Step-By-Step Guide from Los Angeles Car Accident Lawyers

How to Find the Best Wrongful Death Attorney in California

Vehicle collisions, falls, poisonings (mostly drug overdoses) and other unintentional injuries are the leading cause of death for individuals under 35. Quite frankly, these survivors need compensation, and for that, they need a Los Angeles catastrophic injury attorney. Car crashes, swimming pool drownings, and other such incidents are unintentional in terms of the result. No… Continue reading How to Find the Best Wrongful Death Attorney in California