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If you are struck by a drunk, distracted, or otherwise reckless motorist, you can seek compensation for the resulting damages. To pursue a fair recovery, you will have to build a strong car accident claim, and that starts before even leaving the scene. Photographs of the wreckage could have a major impact on the outcome of your case. By evaluating these images, accident reconstruction experts may be able to determine what happened in the seconds leading up to the crash. Detailed photos could … [Read more...]
4 FAQs About Left-Turn Motorcycle Accident Claims
There are all sorts of scenarios that can lead to a motorcycle accident, but one of the most common is when a passenger-vehicle driver is turning left at an intersection and hits a motorcyclist who is traveling straight. Due to their small structure, motorcycles are more difficult to notice than typical cars, trucks, and SUVs—and the widespread prevalence of distracted driving certainly hasn’t helped matters. If you were hit by a motorist who failed to yield the right of way, you may be … [Read more...]
How Are Car Accidents Investigated?
If you were hurt in a motor vehicle collision, a personal injury attorney can conduct a thorough investigation to gather the evidence needed to prove liability, causation, and damages. The initial police investigation—and corresponding report—could still prove valuable, however, because it may provide preliminary information that guides your legal team. How Do Police Investigate Car Accidents? When officers arrive at the scene of a crash, their first priority is safety. Once traffic is … [Read more...]
4 FAQs About Truck Accidents Caused by Wide Turns
Maneuvering a large commercial truck on neighborhood roads or in a densely populated downtown area is difficult. It is often necessary for truckers to occupy adjacent lanes of traffic when making wide turns. When these turns aren’t executed properly, the truck might swing into oncoming traffic, tip over, or pin another vehicle against a curb. When turning right, for example, the truck may have to swing into the left lane to avoid obstacles. Although commercial drivers undergo training to make … [Read more...]
3 FAQs About Lyft & Uber Accidents Involving Pedestrians
Pedestrian accidents tend to result in devastating injuries since people on foot have no protection whatsoever from the force of impact. The cost of treating such injuries can be exorbitant, and victims are often unable to return to work for several weeks or months. Most drivers have inadequate insurance coverage when their negligence results in a pedestrian accident because those injuries tend to be very serious. However, if you were hurt or lost a family member in a pedestrian crash that … [Read more...]
Which Auto Insurer Should Handle My Property Damage Claim?
If you were involved in a motor-vehicle collision through no fault of your own, you may be wondering whether to file a first- or third-party claim for the resulting property damage. Because California is a fault state in regard to auto accidents, you might be inclined to opt for the latter and bring the claim against the liable party’s insurer. It's reasonable to assume that filing a third-party claim has advantages. You won’t have to cover the deductible, for example. Also, you may already … [Read more...]
Is My New Car Covered by My Old Auto Insurance Policy?
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
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
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?
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...]
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