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Damages in California Bicycle Accident Lawsuits

July 28, 2020 by

From providing a great workout to reducing your carbon footprint, cycling offers a host of benefits. It’s especially popular in California, where commuters can cycle 12 months out of the year, and recreational riders can enjoy breathtaking vistas on virtually every trail. Despite its many advantages, though, biking has a few major drawbacks. Because bikes lack a crumple zone, for example, cyclists have zero protection from forceful impacts when riding alongside moving traffic. As such, a drunk, … [Read more...]

6 FAQs About Slip & Fall Hip Fracture Claims

July 24, 2020 by

Among people who slip and fall, roughly 5 percent end up fracturing something. Hip fractures are the most serious of this type of injury and tend to cause the worst health problems. They also result in the highest number of deaths, especially among the elderly. If you sustained a hip fracture on someone else’s property, the resulting costs are probably adding up fast. Medical bills and lost wages alone can amount to tens of thousands of dollars—or more—each month. Fortunately, you may be able … [Read more...]

Are Nursing Homes in California Shielded from Coronavirus Lawsuits?

July 21, 2020 by

Moving elderly loved ones into nursing homes is never easy. When senior relatives start needing around-the-clock care, though, relocating them is often best for everyone. Not only will they receive comprehensive medical care, but you will also be able to spend more quality time with them. Instead of shuttling Dad to doctor’s appointments or running errands for Mom, you’ll actually get to sit and visit with them at the facility. And while you’re there, you can do something you both enjoy, like … [Read more...]

Statute of Limitations for Slip and Fall Lawsuits in California

July 15, 2020 by

If you are recovering from serious injuries after a slip and fall on someone else’s property, you have a limited amount of time to take legal action. While you may be entitled to compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and other resulting damages, you will lose the chance to file a lawsuit if you let the applicable deadline pass. California’s standard statute of limitations for slip and fall lawsuits is two years. That means most plaintiffs have two years from the date on which they were … [Read more...]

Is My New Car Covered by My Old Auto Insurance Policy?

July 10, 2020 by

If you buy a new car and then get in a wreck on your way home from the dealership, would the insurance policy attached to your old vehicle cover the damages? Unfortunately, this is a question that most motorists don’t even consider—until they’re facing just such a predicament. Crashing a brand-new vehicle—or a vehicle that’s new to the motorist, at least—happens more often than you might realize. After all, when you’re driving a car you’re unfamiliar with, maneuvering it safely in traffic can … [Read more...]

Statute of Limitations for Truck Accident Lawsuits in California

July 8, 2020 by

Large truck crashes have the potential to cause catastrophic injuries, even when they occur at fairly low speeds. Passenger vehicles are simply no match for big rigs, which can weigh up to 20 times more than the smallest sedans.    In other words, if you or someone you love was hurt in a truck accident, the ensuing damages can add up fast. While your family may be entitled to compensation for all such losses, you will have a limited amount of time to take legal action. If you … [Read more...]

6 FAQs About Car Accident Back Injury Claims

July 3, 2020 by

Motor-vehicle collisions, including car accidents and motorcycle wrecks, are the leading cause of spinal cord injuries (SCIs) in this country. Accounting for nearly half of all new SCIs every year, crashes also contribute to debilitating back injuries. While not paralyzing, such injuries can still hinder quality of life in a major way. If you were struck by a drunk, distracted, or otherwise reckless driver and ended up with spinal cord damage or a serious back injury, you may be entitled to … [Read more...]

When Might Uninsured Motorist Coverage Apply?

June 30, 2020 by

Because California is a tort state, negligent drivers are financially accountable for the damages they cause in accidents. The victims of these accidents usually seek compensation by bringing a third-party claim against the insurance company of the liable party. California requires passenger-vehicle motorists to carry liability insurance for both bodily injury and property damage. That doesn’t mean, however, that all drivers maintain an active policy. For this reason, it is advisable to … [Read more...]

6 FAQs About Motorcycle Accidents Caused by Unsafe Lane Changes

June 26, 2020 by

Although it’s fairly easy to hear motorcycles in traffic, it’s hard to see them. And since the average driver isn’t listening for hazards but, rather, looking for them, riders are incredibly vulnerable to motorcycle accidents — especially when other drivers fail to exercise reasonable care. To exercise reasonable care means to follow the speed limit, abide by all applicable traffic laws, and generally drive in a predictable manner. It also means checking for motorcyclists before changing … [Read more...]

7 FAQs About Premises Liability Wrongful Death Claims

June 23, 2020 by

Losing a loved one is never easy, but it can be especially devastating when negligence is to blame. After a wrongful death, it’s hard to come to terms with the fact that the deceased would still be here today if only the responsible party had exercised reasonable care. While filing a wrongful death suit won’t bring the victim back, it could at least yield the funds that surviving family members need to rebuild their lives in the wake of the loss. If your relative died from injuries sustained … [Read more...]