Discussions of “duty of care” revolve almost exclusively around personal injury. The most common issue examined in these cases is whether a duty of care was owed by one person to another. A breach of a duty of care is synonymous with negligence. For this reason, cases examining duty of care are essentially cases examining whether a person was...
Continue ReadingLosing a limb is a life-changing experience, even with so many new advancements in modern medicine and prosthetics. An artificial limb will never grant the same mobility you were born with. Though there is no legal remedy that can undo the suffering you have endured, you may be entitled to compensation for loss of limb. If you were injured...
Continue ReadingCar accidents are notorious for causing immediate and noticeable injuries. Feeling fine right after a car accident doesn’t guarantee you’re out of the woods. Some injuries might not show up right away. While a few are obvious from the start, others may appear days or even weeks later. Don’t ignore any discomfort, pain, or strange health issues in the...
Continue ReadingRiding a motorcycle in the Golden State is a great way to get around. Whether on a long ride or your daily commute. In 2020, California had the most motorcycle registrations of any state, with 785,424. Of course, like any other vehicle transportation, riding a motorcycle is not without risk and anyone who owns or rides a motorcycle in...
Continue ReadingIf you’ve suffered injuries in an auto accident due to another’s fault, your medical bills are recoverable. A California personal injury claim includes medical expenses, such as doctor visits, hospital bills, and surgery costs. An auto accident can result in severe injuries with drastic consequences for you and your family members’ daily lives. Contact a personal injury attorney to...
Continue ReadingRideshare apps have changed the way Californians think about navigating our cities. When accidents occur, those rideshare apps also add a new layer to how Californians navigate questions about fault, insurance claims, and possible legal action. If you have had a Lyft or Uber driver accident and you’re not at fault, you should talk to an attorney about who...
Continue ReadingReckless driving is driving with a wanton disregard for the safety of others. In California, this offense is a misdemeanor. Reckless driving can be driving aggressively, excessively speeding, racing, showing road rage, or any other pattern of driving that ignores the safety of others on the road. These are very dangerous behaviors that can cause serious accidents, injuries, and...
Continue ReadingCalifornia uninsured and underinsured motorist coverage is deceptive. There is a good chance even your insurance agent doesn’t clearly understand how it works. And you almost certainly need more of it than you currently have. The reason? Your UM/UIM insurance coverage is “non-stacking” — in other words, it only gives you coverage up to a combined total maximum benefit...
Continue ReadingYou may wonder, who pays medical bills in a car accident in California? In this article, we’ll go over who pays the medical bill, how your own insurance may cover the cost, what you need to file a lawsuit, and other questions you may have. Unfortunately, care for injuries suffered in a California car accident could be extremely expensive....
Continue ReadingWhen an unexpected motorcycle accident occurs, the motorcyclist is usually the most injured out of all parties involved. Motorcyclists are exposed and vulnerable to serious injury, as they don’t have the same protection as a driver in a car. The trauma you experience in a collision can be permanent. However, you have a right to recover compensation from the...
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