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Tag: Personal Injury
Pedestrian Accidents and the Dangers of Distracted Walking
You’ve heard that distracted driving is dangerous and against the law. What about distracted walking? When a pedestrian is too distracted to walk safely, they’re a danger to themselves and everyone else nearby. Oblivious pedestrians sometimes trip over curbs, stumble on stairs, walk into glass doors, bump into cars, or even walk straight out into […]
New Study Shows SUVs, Pickups Hit Pedestrians More Often Than Cars Do
If you’re a pedestrian who walks in San Francisco, Los Angeles, or another California city, here’s something important you should know: You’re more likely to be hit by an SUV or truck than a car. The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety (IIHS) released a new report on pedestrian safety that shows concerning statistics about pedestrian […]
Stricter Cell Phone Law and Other Changes to California Road Laws in 2022
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Pros and Cons of Roundabouts: Do They Really Reduce Accidents?
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Should I Sue After a Car Accident on Vacation?
When you’re on vacation, you just want to relax and let all your worries fade away. The fun comes to an abrupt end when you’re suddenly in a car accident during your getaway. In this situation, a tourist or out-of-state traveler needs legal representation just as much as a California native. You’ll need a local […]
Who’s Liable if a Dog Bites Me When It’s With a Dog Sitter?
Dog sitters and walkers are a huge help to millions of pet owners. These pet sitting services have seen an enormous 68% increase in use over the past 30 years! At the same time though, who is liable for a dog bite if that dog is in the care of a dog sitter? California has […]
New Law Expands Non-Economic Damages in Survival Actions
When someone in California is killed due to the negligence, recklessness or intentional wrongful act of another person, there are two causes of action that arise: A wrongful death lawsuit to compensate the survivors for their own economic and non-economic losses; and/or A survival action to compensate the estate for losses suffered by the decedent […]
When Is Your Car a Total Loss After a Car Accident?
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Are Drivers Who Eat and Drink While Driving Negligent?
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