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Your Legal Rights After A Parking Lot Accident

July 16, 2015 by

Most of us use parking lots without considering the potential safety hazards. We think that since cars travel at a low rate of speed, parking lot accidents are unlikely. Parking lots are actually dangerous places for pedestrians and drivers. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration warns that parking lots are one of the most common sites of back-over crashes.  Back-over accidents happen when a driver pulls out of a parking spot and runs over a pedestrian because the driver … [Read more...]

Hotel Slip and Fall Accidents

July 15, 2015 by

Whether you are on a business trip or enjoying a family vacation, being injured in a hotel slip and fall accident can spoil your plans and put your life on hold while you recover. We expect hotels to be safe. We want to enjoy comfortable rooms, restaurants and amenities that are free from hazards. California hotels have a high standard of excellence, but sometimes hotel slip and fall accidents occur regardless of the hotel chain or the hotel’s reputation. If a hotel breaches its duty to keep … [Read more...]

Hands-Free Phone Use Can Cause Distracted Driving Accidents

July 14, 2015 by

An in-depth study published on Distraction.gov revealed that “the relative risk of [being in a traffic accident while using a cell phone] is similar to the hazard associated with driving with a blood alcohol level at the legal limit.”   Despite the clear and present danger, Distraction.gov also reported that at any given daylight hour, there are 600,000 drivers on the roads holding phones to their ears. States have attempted to address the distracted driving issue by imposing … [Read more...]

Free Report: What Does Fault in California Truck Accidents Mean?

July 13, 2015 by

If you or someone you love has been hurt in a truck crash, you may be entitled to compensation.  California is a fault state under its motor vehicle accident liability laws. This means when an individual or company’s negligence causes a collision to occur, those responsible for causing the accident must provide compensation to crash victims. Trucking companies carry insurance to pay damages, but victims must pursue a damage claim in order to recover the money they are entitled to by … [Read more...]

Who May Sue for a Death or Injury Resulting from a Trucking Accident?

July 9, 2015 by

When a trucking accident occurs, a truck driver or a trucking company can be held legally responsible for death or injury resulting from the collision. Victims can file a civil claim to recover compensation for actual losses and non-financial damages. Only certain victims can file a lawsuit against a trucking company so it is important to determine who can sue under California law. Who Can Sue for Injury Resulting from a Trucking Accident? California law requires anyone who files a … [Read more...]

What Is Aggravated DUI in California? [Infographic]

July 8, 2015 by

According to MADD, every two minutes someone is injured by a drunk driver. In 2013, 10,076 people died and 290,000 more were injured by someone driving under the influence of alcohol. Driving under the influence is illegal, but the consequences for DUI are more severe if someone is injured or killed in a DUI related crash. This infographic highlights aggravated DUI factors that increase DUI penalties in California. If you or a loved one is injured or killed by a drunk driver, a … [Read more...]

Can You Sue After Accepting an Insurance Settlement?

July 7, 2015 by

When you are involved in an accident, you may have a damage claim and be entitled to compensation. Auto insurers usually pay for property and injury damages caused by their policyholders. If someone else was responsible for your collision, his or her insurer will be liable for paying you.  You can obtain money through a judgment in a civil lawsuit, but many cases settle outside of court. When you negotiate a settlement, you typically come to an agreement with an insurer on how much … [Read more...]

What Makes a Slip and Fall Accident a Personal Injury Case in California?

July 6, 2015 by

What Makes Slip and Fall Accident a Personal Injury Case in California? by Michael Waks Slip and fall accidents involves a person slipping, tripping or falling due to the negligence of the property owner. If a property owner is negligent and someone is injured, the injured party can seek reimbursement for damages from the property owner. Learn more about slip and fall accidents in this presentation. … [Read more...]

Understanding Your Rights After Restaurant and Store Accidents

July 2, 2015 by

Restaurant and store owners invite the public to their premises. When customers come in, store and restaurant owners have an obligation to them. Premises liability laws determine the obligation the owners of the business have to customers.  When a store or restaurant owner fails to maintain the premises in a safe way, customers can suffer a slip and fall or other injury. If the fall injury is linked to negligence, civil lawsuits may arise from restaurant and store accidents. Business Owner … [Read more...]

Governmental Entity Cases: Can You Sue A County, City Or State For Negligence?

July 1, 2015 by

Governmental Entity cases are unique and complex.  State and federal laws permit someone to sue governmental entities for injuries caused by the entity's negligence, but doing so is difficult.  I would not recommend that someone try to sue a governmental entity without the help of a personal injury attorney who is experienced in these types of cases. How is Filing a Personal Injury Lawsuit Against a Governmental Entity Different than Filing Against an Individual? Suing a county, city or state is … [Read more...]