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If you were struck by a police vehicle and your life has since been turned upside-down, it’s only natural to search for someone to blame. The associated losses are probably adding up fast, after all, and you won’t be able to seek compensation for any of them until you can identify the liable party or parties. Generally speaking, the process for assigning financial responsibility for an accident involving a police vehicle is the same as it is for any other kind of collision. … [Read more...]
3 FAQs About Filing an Injury Claim After Getting Hurt in a Police Chase
High-speed police chases occur fairly often in cities and towns across the country. While these pursuits are sometimes the only way for officers to apprehend suspects promptly, their chaotic nature puts everyone in traffic at risk. Sadly, it’s innocent bystanders who tend to suffer the most. Every year, approximately 350 people are killed during police chases, and many more sustain serious injuries. Although victims are usually entitled to compensation, securing an actual … [Read more...]
Evidence to Strengthen Your Drunk Driving Accident Claim
Drunk driving accidents claim roughly 32 lives across the country every single day. Impaired motorists are also responsible for tens of thousands of injuries each year. If your life was turned upside-down by a drunk driver, it’s only natural to want justice. While the outcome of any criminal proceedings will depend on factors beyond your control, you can at least file a tort claim in the hopes of holding the motorist financially responsible. Granted, no amount of money will … [Read more...]
How Uninsured Motorist Coverage Protects You Even When You’re Not in Your Car
Following car accidents, California takes a fault-based approach to assigning financial liability. That means those who cause wrecks are responsible for the resulting damages, and they typically take care of them through their auto insurance policy. For this reason, motorists are required to carry liability coverage in the state of California. While there are no mandatory minimums for uninsured motorist (UM) coverage, it’s wise to add this product to your policy, as well. At … [Read more...]
Governor Newsom Raised Liability Minimums with the Protect California Drivers Act
When it comes to auto insurance coverage, almost every state has mandatory liability minimums that vehicle owners must carry. California’s minimums were established way back in 1967 and haven’t been updated since—until now. Governor Gavin Newsom just signed the Protect California Drivers Act (SB 1107, Dodd) to establish new liability minimums for motorists across the state. The prior coverage limits included $15,000 per person for injury or death, $30,000 per accident, and … [Read more...]
How Do You Prove Non-Economic Damages After a Car Accident?
If you’re recovering from car accident injuries, you’ve probably already realized that the associated damages can add up fast. In addition to covering out-of-pocket medical expenses and replacement services like alternative transportation, you may be losing paycheck after paycheck as long as you’re out of work. Unfortunately, such monetary losses may not actually be the worst of it. Sustaining unanticipated injuries can also result in a host of non-economic damages. Examples include … [Read more...]
When Might a Government Agency Be Liable for a Car Accident?
If you were hurt in a wreck and you want to seek compensation, it may not have crossed your mind that you might end up having to take on a government agency. While it’s true that most car accident claims are against motorists or other private parties, a small percentage of them do involve city, county, or state entities. Since the government has certain protections from tort claims, it’s natural to be wary of suing them for damages. With the right legal strategy, though, it's possible … [Read more...]
5 Social Media Tips While Building a Car Accident Claim
If you were hurt in a wreck and you’re planning on taking action against the at-fault party, it’s wise to disable your social media accounts before getting started. Once your claim is underway, you can be sure the insurance adjuster will scrutinize your online activity in an attempt to find cause to challenge your credibility. If staying off social media entirely is not feasible for personal or professional reasons, don’t worry; there are ways to protect yourself. Here are some of the … [Read more...]
What to Know About Making a Day-in-the-Life Film
If you’re putting together a car accident claim, it may be wise to include a day-in-the-life film. Compelling video footage can bolster your case by providing so much more context than documents and photographs alone. Before you take out your smartphone and start recording your daily activities, though, there are a few things you should know. Here are some of the most important tips to keep in mind to ensure your day-in-the-life film is as gripping as possible: 1. You Don’t Have to … [Read more...]
When a Self-Driving Car Kills Someone, Who Might Be Liable?
On the surface, it probably seems like the widespread use of self-driving cars would simplify life in a lot of ways. When those same autonomous vehicles crash, however, assigning blame is inherently complex. Because autopilot technology is so new, there are few precedents regarding liability for associated wrecks. Just last month, however, prosecutors in Los Angeles County made headlines for filing felony charges against a man who was behind the wheel of a Tesla Model S … [Read more...]
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