TL;DR: The deadline to file a car accident claim in California is 2 years from the injury date. Injured drivers who miss it can lose the right to recover damages, and claims against a government agency must be filed within...
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Spoliation of evidence means important evidence is lost, destroyed, changed, or not preserved. In a truck accident case, this can make it harder to prove who caused the crash. If a trucking company destroys or fails to keep important evidence, a California court may take action and allow the jury...
In California, most dog bite lawyers work on a contingency fee basis. That means you pay a portion of any...
There is no exact figure for how many accidents are caused by emergency vehicles. While emergency vehicles are involved in...
Most injury lawyers charge a contingency fee that is often around 33% to 40% of the recovery in a successful...
If an auto repair caused your accident, California law may allow you to seek compensation from the shop that failed...
To find a personal injury lawyer in Rialto, start with online research and referrals from people you trust. Focus on...
These crashes happen often enough to be a traffic safety concern, but there is no exact public data on how...
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TL;DR: Cyclists can be partly to blame for road accidents if they break traffic laws or ride negligently. In California, pure comparative negligence reduces an injured rider’s compensation by percentage of fault, which can limit recovery when both driver and...
TL;DR: Amazon driver injuries occur more often than warehouse injuries, with contract drivers reporting about 13 injuries per 100 workers. Crash risks from strict quotas raise harm, and liability may fall on Amazon, a contractor, or another negligent driver, affecting...
TL;DR: A dog bite in California triggers strict liability, which means the owner is usually responsible even if the dog never bit before. Animal control investigates the report and documents rabies risk or past attacks, while victims have 2 years...
TL;DR: A car crash attorney is necessary when injuries, disputed fault, or high medical bills are involved. Injured drivers and passengers in California must prove negligence to recover damages, and claims usually face a 2-year deadline that can bar compensation...
TL;DR: Buying a car that’s been in an accident can be safe if it was properly repaired by a qualified shop and thoroughly inspected. Hidden frame or brake damage can raise crash risk and leave drivers liable if they knew...
TL;DR: California DOT’s SHOPP Program is a fix-it-first highway funding plan that repairs and upgrades state roads to reduce crashes caused by poor conditions. It targets hazards like potholes that injure drivers or cyclists, and it reduces risks that can...
TL;DR: Cyclists are responsible for road accidents when they violate traffic laws or ride carelessly, causing a crash with a motor vehicle. In California, pure comparative negligence reduces injury compensation by each party’s share of fault, which can lower recovery...
If a fair settlement cannot be reached during negotiations with insurance companies, pursuing a lawsuit and potentially proceeding to trial becomes necessary to resolve a claim. Sometimes this process goes smoothly. Other times, issues can occur regarding cooperation from insurers...
TL;DR: California is reducing impaired driving in California through coordinated statewide task forces, prevention programs, and stricter DUI enforcement. These measures target drunk drivers who cause 1 in 4 roadway deaths, expand sobriety training, and strengthen license suspensions to deter...
Cruise control is a convenient feature that has made it easier for drivers to go long distances. Unfortunately, research has found that this feature also makes it easier for drivers to speed, especially when the system is adaptive. Adaptive cruise...
TL;DR: Car accidents usually happen between 4 p.m. and 8 p.m., with higher fatal crash rates at night and on weekends. Drivers, passengers, and motorcyclists face greater injury risk due to traffic congestion, impaired driving, and poor visibility, and fault...
At Arash Law, we believe in protecting the legal rights of injury victims, meaning that we advocate for our clients during settlement negotiations — and in court, if necessary. However, it also means that we teach injury victims how to...
TL;DR: Antilock brakes reduce fatal motorcycle crashes by about 22%, lowering the risk of deadly skids for riders who lack the protection of a car. When a crash happens, proving fault may involve driver negligence or a brake defect, and...
TL;DR: Creating safer domains for pedestrians and bicyclists requires cities to build sidewalks, bike lanes, and crossings that reduce crashes from speeding or failure to yield. Drivers who ignore right of way laws face fines and civil liability, while poor...
TL;DR: You can usually keep driving during pregnancy, but crash risk is highest in the second trimester due to fatigue, nausea, and reduced focus. Pregnant drivers and unborn babies face serious injury if a negligent driver causes a collision, and...
In recent years, many states have relaxed marijuana regulations to allow for its use recreationally, including California. Whatever your political position on marijuana, it is a fact that marijuana impairs a person’s ability to drive safely. Its legalization means that...
Airbags are a crucial component of a vehicle’s safety system. Every year, lives are saved thanks to this technology, and millions of dollars are saved from preventable injuries. Research shows that facial trauma in a car accident is far less...
The World Health Organization (WHO) – despite its two-year focus on a worldwide pandemic – has continued to prioritize its traditional interests in other significant risks to human health worldwide. Of particular interest among these offerings is the WHO’s 2021...
Amazon is a major employer in California. At warehouses throughout the state, workers rush to meet hourly quotas, and this pace has been proven to lead to injuries. According to California law, workers who are injured while on the job...
In California, a property owner can be liable for injuries and losses sustained by an injured worker on their property. The state’s premises liability law allows victims to seek compensation if a property owner fails to address or warn about...
TL;DR: Using a cell phone while driving increases crash risk in California, especially when drivers text or manipulate it, raising collision risk 2 to 6 times. Distracted drivers can cause severe injuries to passengers or pedestrians, and phone use can...
TL;DR: Trucks cannot drive in the left lane in California except briefly to pass because state law limits them to 55 mph and requires slower vehicles to stay right. Large trucks that block the left lane can cause rear-end and...
TL;DR: Nearly 6,000 employees of the United States Postal Service (USPS) were attacked by dogs in 2020 alone. The disturbing statistics were announced by the USPS ahead of National Dog Bite Awareness Week, which the agency sponsors each June. Highlights:...
TL;DR: Car accidents decreased during COVID-19 in many areas because fewer people drove during lockdowns and traffic volumes fell nationwide. However, higher speeds caused more deadly crashes in some states, harming drivers and pedestrians as roads emptied especially in major...
Approximately 13.2 million teen drivers are on the roads every year, making up approximately 6.4 percent of drivers on the road. When it comes to teen drivers, the world takes a collective effort to make sure that the roads are...
TL;DR: Motorcycle helmets work and significantly reduce the risk of death and traumatic brain injury in a crash. Studies show helmets cut head injuries by 69 percent and full-face models lower fatal risk, which can affect medical costs and injury...
Among all traffic accidents, pedestrian accidents are highly likely to result in fatalities. There are many reasons why this is the case. Ultimately, it is important for injured pedestrians and their loved ones to seek accountability from drivers for the...
It is not uncommon for a traffic accident to lead to a second accident. Other drivers are often trying to see the wreck instead of paying attention to the road. Disabled vehicles can also lead to accidents if other drivers...
TL;DR: If you are injured on someone else’s property, get medical care immediately and document the scene to protect a potential premises liability claim. Property owners can be liable for hazardous conditions that harm guests, tenants, or shoppers, and treatment...