How to File a Car Accident Claim With Allstate
How to File a Car Accident Claim With Allstate California is an at-fault state for car accident claims. If another driver causes a car crash, that driver could be liable for your damages. You can file an insurance claim with the driver’s insurance company and file a personal injury lawsuit against the driver. California requires […]
Tips on Staying Safe When Taking an Uber or Lyft in Los Angeles
Tips on Staying Safe When Taking an Uber or Lyft in Los Angeles When it comes to ridesharing in Los Angeles, Uber and Lyft are by far the most popular apps. Because these companies employ the most drivers, they offer the shortest wait times and some of the best rates in the industry. So if […]
Dangers of Overloaded Trucks
Dangers of Overloaded Trucks Truck accidents happen for many reasons. Poor driving, missed maintenance, and bad weather can cause an accident. The truck’s load — particularly how the truck was loaded — can also contribute to a truck accident. Trucks that carry too much weight, loads that are too tall, or unbalanced loads are more susceptible […]
Should You Call the Cops for a Fender Bender in Los Angeles, CA?
Should You Call the Cops for a Fender Bender in Los Angeles, CA? If you’ve been involved in a car accident in Los Angeles, CA, you’re probably shaken up and unsure what to do next. For example, do you have to call the police for what looks like just a minor fender bender? Or should you just […]
How Long Does It Take to Get a Settlement Check from a Car Accident in Los Angeles?
How Long Does It Take to Get a Settlement Check from a Car Accident in Los Angeles? After a car accident, you could face financial difficulties. You need medical treatment for your injuries, but those injuries might prevent you from working. As a result, you might incur debt or even forgo necessary treatment or therapy. […]
Vehicle and Driver Requirements in California for Uber and Lyft
Vehicle and Driver Requirements in California for Uber and Lyft In 2013, California became the first state to regulate rideshare systems. The California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) enacts and enforces rules for Uber and Lyft. Cities also have some authority to regulate these “transportation network companies.” Uber and Lyft use the CPUC rules, local ordinances, and […]
Who is at Fault in a Chain Reaction Car Accident?
Who is at Fault in a Chain Reaction Car Accident? California is an at-fault insurance state for car accidents, including chain reaction car crashes. Therefore, before you can recover any money for your injuries and damages, you must determine who is at fault in a pile-up. California tort law holds all at-fault parties responsible for damages. […]
What is California Proposition 213?
What is California Proposition 213? California Proposition 213 (incorporated into California Civil Code 3333) denies non-economic damages to uninsured drivers who suffer injury in an auto accident that was not their fault. Other sections of the law deny damages to intoxicated drivers and certain felons. Many people believe that this law is unfair to uninsured motorists. GET […]
What Happens If I Don’t Show Up for Jury Duty?
What Happens If I Don’t Show Up for Jury Duty? A jury is a group of ordinary citizens who determine guilt or innocence (in a criminal trial) or liability (in a civil action such as a car accident or a dog bite lawsuit, for example). Almost all defendants enjoy a constitutional right to a jury trial. Correspondingly, most citizens […]
What Happens if You Don’t Accept a Settlement Offer From the Insurance Company?
What Happens if You Don’t Accept a Settlement Offer From the Insurance Company? Knowing when to accept a settlement offer can be challenging. You want to recover as much money as possible for your injury claim. However, the insurance company’s goal is to pay as little as possible for your claim if it cannot find […]