A wide variety of car crashes and other traffic accidents occur on California's roads each year. Common causes of accidents include actions by distracted, impaired and inexperienced drivers and vulnerable road users; adverse…
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/ Civil Procedure, Criminal Law, Insurance, Personal Injury, Transportation
It is a horrible feeling to get into an accident and then realize that the other driver is either not insured or is not insured enough to provide you with the reimbursement that you deserve. That is where uninsured and…
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/ Insurance, Personal Injury, Transportation
Although data doesn't exist for all commercial vehicle crashes, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration's Crash Statistics database shows that some vehicles commonly used for commercial purposes, such as buses and large…
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/ Civil Procedure, Commercial Law & Contracts, Insurance, Personal Injury, Transportation
California is known for many things, including its picturesque Pacific coastlines, lush forests, and diverse landscapes. It is also well known for its entertainment industry, technological innovations, and agricultural…
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/ Insurance, Personal Injury, Transportation
The use of traffic camera evidence is increasingly changing accident cases in California. While witness testimony can be helpful, it’s not always reliable. And some witnesses may not want to testify. The emergence of traffic…
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/ Civil Procedure, Insurance, Personal Injury, Transportation
Auto accidents can upend the lives of motorists and their families in the blink of an eye, often through the carelessness and negligence of others. Seeking legal restitution is an important step in putting the pieces back…
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/ Civil Procedure, Personal Injury, Products Liability, Transportation
Dealing with an insurance company after a car accident can be a real pain. Having to talk to an investigator (after you've already spoken with the police), wait months for a determination, and potentially get denied coverage…
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/ Civil Procedure, Commercial Law & Contracts, Consumer Protection, Insurance, Transportation
California is home to more than its fair share of personal injury claims, the vast majority of which, according to California courts, include car crashes and slip and fall injuries. Workplace injuries involving cuts and…
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/ Civil Procedure, Insurance, Labor & Employment Law, Personal Injury, Workers' Compensation
Speeding, distracted or drunk driving, and other kinds of negligence frequently lead to catastrophic car crashes in California. In fact, in 2024 the state saw more than 18,000 injury and fatality causing car accidents. When…
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/ Civil Procedure, Insurance, Personal Injury
Slip and fall incidents are among the most common types of accidents in California and elsewhere. In public spaces like businesses, nearly nine out of ten high-risk areas have no safety measures in place. If you've suffered…
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/ Civil Procedure, Commercial Law & Contracts, Insurance, Personal Injury, Real Estate - Commercial
The legal system can be complex, but an experienced lawyer can help you navigate it after a slip and fall injury. They can provide valuable insight and guide you through the process should you decide to officially pursue legal…
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/ Civil Procedure, Insurance, Personal Injury
California is home to a large and diverse agricultural industry where farm workers play a crucial role in the state's economy. However, the physical demands and hazardous conditions can often make farm work dangerous. Injuries…
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/ Agriculture, Labor & Employment Law, Personal Injury, Workers' Compensation
There is nothing like an injury to remind human beings of our frailty. Whether it's a car accident or a slip and fall incident in a grocery store, our bodies may feel the aftereffects for months — or even years — after the…
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/ Civil Remedies, Insurance, Personal Injury
The 2024 American Bar Association National Lawyer Population Survey puts the number of California attorneys at 175,883. This translates to 4.5 lawyers for every 1,000 residents in California. The Golden State trails only New…
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/ Civil Procedure, Law Practice Products & Services, Personal Injury
Filing a personal injury claim can be challenging, especially in a state full of unusual laws like California. Each year thousands of Californians seek compensation for injuries and accidents. California has specific laws,…
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/ Civil Procedure, Civil Remedies, Personal Injury
