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California Environmental Law & Policy Update 8.22.25

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The California Fish and Game Commission took final action to approve the Western Joshua Tree Conservation Plan at its August 13, 2025 meeting. The Conservation Plan sets forth management practices and guidelines for the...more

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What Is the Alcohol Limit in California?

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Statistics show that in 2023, someone was killed in an alcohol-impaired car accident every 39 minutes. This equates to more than 15,000 fatalities across the nation. While thousands are arrested for DUI each year, many more...more

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The Difference Between a Freeway and a Highway

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Understanding the difference between a freeway and a highway is important. It can be especially relevant when evaluating fault and legal liability after a crash. In California, these distinctions can impact how a case is...more

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California E-Bike Laws: A Guide for Riders

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E-bikes or electric bicycles have a lot to offer Californians as they provide them with the ability to transport themselves over greater distances as compared to if they were providing 100% of their bike's power themselves....more

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Trump Rescinds California’s Emission Waivers: What It Means for the Future of EV Mandates - Seyfarth's Future of Automotive Series

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On June 12, 2025, President Trump delivered on his promise to ease the aggressive push led by California and other states to mandate a transition to electric vehicles. At a White House signing ceremony, Trump signed three...more

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Motorcycle Lane Splitting and the Law

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Motorcycle lane splitting and the law can draw passionate views. However, it is one of the most misunderstood traffic maneuvers on California roads. It happens when a rider moves between two lanes of traffic, usually to avoid...more

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California Introduces Its Version of the CARS Act Signaling a New Wave of State Regulation for Auto Dealers

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In a move that could significantly impact the auto retail industry, California has introduced Senate Bill 766, known as the California Combating Auto Retail Scams (CARS) Act. Introduced by Senator Benjamin Allen (D) on...more

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Who is Liable for Accidents in Blocked Bike Lanes in California?

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Bike lanes are meant to be a safe way for cyclists to share the road, but unfortunately, they can lead to quite a few accidents. It's fairly common for other vehicles to pull over into a bike lane and end up causing a wreck....more

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The Deadliest Highway Stretches in California

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California is a large state with thousands of miles of roads, highways, and interstates within its borders. The state also has one of the nation’s highest numbers of traffic fatalities. From Sacramento to Encino, CA,...more

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California's Daylighting Law: Keeping Vulnerable Road Users Safe

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As with many states throughout the United States, California deals with an extremely high number of traffic-related accidents that harm pedestrians, bicyclists, skateboarders, and others. For this reason, legislators have...more

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California Withdraws Clean Air Act Waiver Requests for Vehicle Emissions Standards

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On Monday, January 13, 2025, California withdrew requests for Clean Air Act waivers from the EPA needed to support four recently adopted vehicle emissions regulations: 1) the Advanced Clean Fleets Regulations; 2) the In-Use...more

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Average Car Accident Settlement in California

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Car accidents are a common occurrence in California. If you or a loved one has been injured in a car accident, you may be wondering how much you can expect to receive in a potential car accident settlement. The average car...more

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City’s Greenhouse Gas Emissions Threshold for Delivery Warehouse was Supported by Substantial Evidence

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The court upheld a mitigated negative declaration for a parcel delivery warehouse project, finding, among other things, that the threshold of significance and baseline used in preparing the MND were supported by substantial...more

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Beware the Four-Way Stop

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Navigating the right of way at 4-way stop intersections can be confusing and dangerous if drivers ignore or don’t know the rules. In places like Encino, car accidents happen often at these intersections because drivers might...more

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Your Legal Obligations Following a California Car Accident

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California automobile accidents can have serious physical, financial, and legal repercussions. If you get involved in a car accident while you’re driving, you need to be aware of your legal obligations so you can protect your...more

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Republican AGs Urge EPA to Block CA’s Clean Fleets Regulation

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A group of 24 Republican AGs submitted comments urging the EPA to deny California’s request for a preemption waiver for its Advanced Clean Fleets Regulation, which requires certain vehicle fleets to incorporate zero-emitting...more

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California SB 961 to Require Passive Speed Limiters in New Cars

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The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) reports that motor vehicle crashes in California claim 3,600 lives and injure 13,000 annually with 887 of those deaths being attributed to speeding. According to the...more

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California Distracted Driving Laws that Can Impact Your Car Accident Claim

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Potential and actual distractions abound when you occupy the driver's seat. You adjust the volume on the radio, heat, and air conditioning. Large screens in the front display maps, directions, radio stations, the song being...more

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California Spearheads Multistate Effort to Defend EPA’s Stringent Emissions Standards for Heavy-Duty Vehicles

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California Attorney General (AG) Rob Bonta is leading a coalition of 22 Democratic states and the District of Columbia, to defend the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) rule that sets stringent greenhouse gas emissions...more

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New Personal Injury Laws in California for 2024

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The year 2024 comes with new laws that impact the practice of personal injury law in California. The legislature enacted traffic laws to establish new standards of care at crosswalks and intersections. With these measures,...more

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California AG Settles Alleged Violations of Engine Emission Control and Certification Requirements

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California Attorney General (AG) Rob Bonta and the California Air Resources Board (the Board) have reached a $46 million agreement with engine manufacturer Cummins Inc. to settle alleged violations of California’s engine...more

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How to Prove Liability in a California Car Accident Case

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Automobile negligence carries significant consequences for many of its victims and their families. The California Office of Traffic Safety reported nearly 4,300 people died in 2021 in auto accidents. According to the U.S....more

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California Lemon Law Just Got a Little Sweeter for Consumers

On March 4, 2024, the California Supreme Court ruled in Niedermeier v. FCA that consumers forced to trade in or sell their defective vehicles due to a manufacturer’s failure to comply with the Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty...more

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California Bill to Regulate Vehicle Speed and Reduce Road Fatalities Introduced in State Senate

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On January 24, the Speeding and Fatality Emergency Reduction on California Streets (SAFER California Streets) Package was introduced in an effort to increase safety on California roads. California state Senator Scott...more

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Illegal Incentives Related to Electronic Vehicle Registration

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California dealers must remember that California law is very strict when it comes to the collecting of the Electronic Vehicle Registration or Transfer Charge. At its most basic level, California law prohibits dealers from...more

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