Table of Contents A concussion is a type of traumatic brain injury caused by a blow to the head. The sudden impact causes the brain to shift and move around inside the skull. The movement of the brain can damage...
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When you get involved in a car accident in California, you can settle with the other party even without a lawyer. Sometimes, minor crashes like fender benders cause little to no injury, and it’s clear who’s at fault. These are scenarios where you can choose to negotiate with insurers by...
After an accident in California, you usually go through the at‑fault party’s insurer. You may file a claim for compensation...
If you injure yourself and cannot work, California law provides different benefit systems depending on whether the injury happened on...
After a motorcycle accident in California, there are a few things you can do to uphold your safety and legal...
The amount of compensation you could get for a personal injury in California varies widely. The value of a settlement...
Yes, you can sue a store for a slip and fall if its negligence caused the incident. The laws governing...
TL;DR: If you rear-end someone who didn’t use a turn signal, California law usually presumes you are at fault, but...
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Table of Contents If you love the outdoors, California is one of the best places in the United States to live. There are many parks where hiking enthusiasts can enjoy fresh air, exercise, and relax in the great outdoors with...
Table of Contents Imagine you are at work, school, or grocery shopping, and you hit the ground suddenly. You are unsure about what is happening, but you know you are in pain. The period immediately following the accident might be...
Table of Contents Suffering injuries during an automobile accident can be challenging. If you suffered an injury due to the negligence of the other driver, you could pursue financial compensation for your personal injuries. By asserting a personal injury claim,...
Table of Contents It may be easy to believe that traffic accidents involving bicycles are always the fault of other parties, such as drivers of motor vehicles, but the truth is that cyclists themselves could be held liable in these...
Table of Contents No car accident is ever an ideal situation, but things can quickly become more challenging when the person at fault for the collision decides to leave the scene of the crash. When a person flees the scene...
Table of Contents If you were injured in a hit-and-run accident in California, you may wonder, “Can I sue for a hit-and-run accident?” California is an at-fault jurisdiction, which means that the driver who caused the accident may be held...
A hit-and-run crime occurs when a person does not stay at the scene of a motor vehicle accident and provide all other people with their personal information or render reasonable assistance. What happens with a hit-and-run accident in California? Like...
Driving distractions have become increasingly prevalent. With the rise of smartphones and other digital devices, drivers are more likely to engage in behaviors that take their attention away from the road. It is no surprise, then, that distracted driving is...
Table of Contents Car accidents have the potential to result in significant legal action to seek damages, and many people assume that when they are involved in a collision caused by another driver, the other motorist will be responsible for...
Table of Contents Automated driving systems are evolving at a rapid pace, and new developments are making automated driving systems more efficient. Self-driving automobiles will change how we spend time during transportation. Automated driving systems are advancing toward vehicles that...
Settlements are common outcomes in most car accident cases because even when both sides in a legal case believe they have strong arguments, it is often better to agree to settle a case rather than take it to trial, which...
The summer months are the perfect opportunity to plan a family getaway. Although the COVID-19 pandemic may influence your destination and the activities you plan for your family, always evaluate the best practices for driving during the summertime. Understanding the...
Drivers who reach a specific age may begin to suffer physical and mental limitations that affect their driving skills. Drivers who are seventy years of age and above have higher fatal crash rates per mile traveled than middle-aged drivers, according...
Roundabouts are used throughout the country. If you travel across America, you will see an increasing number of roundabouts replacing traditional intersections everywhere. This change in road design became a popular trend, and the trend continues because of its positive...
Table of Contents When most people think of automobile accidents, they immediately consider civil lawsuits, personal injuries, and automobile liability insurance. Yet, some motor vehicle accidents may not involve a negligent party. Hit-and-run accidents are unfortunate events that may lead...
Table of Contents Automobile accidents are a common occurrence in both urban and rural areas in the United States. California is one of the most diverse states in the country, and it is home to many drivers who find themselves...
Table of Contents Speed Kills Approximately twenty-six percent of all car accident fatalities happened during accidents involving speeding drivers in 2019. Slightly more than 9,000 individuals died in car accidents involving speeding drivers in 2019. Drivers who speed are less...
Table of Contents The Brain: How It Works The human brain is an incredibly complex organ. It is responsible for so much of what makes us human, and yet it physically comprises a mere two percent of the human body’s...
Table of Contents The use of a lane departure warning system may prevent a significant number of traffic collisions in the United States, as reported by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. The lane departure warning technology was created to...
Several safety innovations developed over the last fifty years have saved lives and reduced the rate of car accidents. One safety innovation that has had a profound impact on automobile safety is the airbag. During a car accident, airbags provide...
Table of Contents Safety Belts Prevented Approximately 15,000 Deaths In 2017. Shoulder belts and lap belts lower the number of total fatal injuries by approximately sixty percent for drivers and passengers in SUVs, trucks, and vans. Fatal injuries are reduced...
Table of Contents An Estimated 143,000 People Were Injured In Red Light-Running Crashes In 2019 It may not seem like a big deal, but the consequences can be significant when a driver runs a red light. Drivers running red lights...
Table of Contents The vast majority of pedestrian deaths in traffic accidents are preventable. Despite the avoidable nature of these accidents, the number of pedestrian deaths that happen each year across the United States has increased by fifty-one percent since...
Table of Contents Overview One of the most convenient automobiles available in the United States is the 15-passenger van. These vehicles are popular due to their ability to carry large groups of people from one place to another. A...
Table of Contents The majority of drivers attempt to avoid traffic collisions with commercial trucks. Accidents involving large commercial trucks are likely to cause serious bodily injury or death. Severe property damage is also likely if you are struck by...
Table of Contents Technology has made our lives easier and more manageable in many ways. Monitoring the evolution of technology and making adjustments to it enhances its utility for those who use it. Continued efforts to improve tech in motor...
If Los Angeles residents and Vision Zero critics could grade the Vision Zero initiative right now, they’d likely give it much, if any, more than a zero. While admirable, this initiative has annually failed to meet or even come close...
Bodily injuries and personal injuries seem similar, but they represent different types of harm. Both can affect the life of the victim for a short period or leave permanent effects. However, there are specifics that distinguish bodily injuries from personal...
Table of Contents After an accident, determining who is responsible for paying the bill for your property damages is one of the key issues to resolve. However, navigating the process of having a repair shop paid and getting your car...
