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What Is the #1 Cause of Motorcycle Accidents

What Is the #1 Cause of Motorcycle Accidents?

The answer to “What is the #1 cause of motorcycle accidents?” depends on the type of crash being measured. NHTSA's 2023 Motorcycles Traffic Safety Facts reported that 46% of fatal two-vehicle crashes involving a motorcycle occurred when the other vehicle was turning left while the motorcycle was going straight, passing,...
Who Is Responsible For Road Debris Damage In California

Who Is Responsible For Road Debris Damage In California?

Responsibility for road debris damage in California depends on how the debris reached the roadway and who failed to prevent...
Can A School Be Liable For Unsafe Railings, Balconies, Stairs, Or Walkways

Can A School Be Liable For Unsafe Railings, Balconies, Stairs, Or Walkways?

Yes, under California law, both public and private schools can be held liable for injuries caused by defective stairs, loose...
What Should Parents Do After a Child Is Seriously Injured at School

What Should Parents Do After a Child Is Seriously Injured at School?

Parents should get medical care for their child, report the injury to the school, and save evidence. They should also...
What Are The Dangers Of ATVs

What Are The Dangers Of ATVs?

What are the dangers of all-terrain vehicles (ATVs)? They have no protective frame, tip over easily, and travel across rough...
How Can Cyclists Safely Navigate Around Illegally Parked Delivery Vehicles

How Can Cyclists Safely Navigate Around Illegally Parked Delivery Vehicles?

Cyclists can safely navigate around illegally parked delivery vehicles by slowing down, checking traffic, signaling, and moving left only when...
Can Surveillance Footage Help Prove a School Injury Claim?

Can Surveillance Footage Help Prove a School Injury Claim?

Yes, surveillance footage can support a school injury claim. It can often provide objective, time-stamped evidence of the cause of...

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Who’s at Fault If I Were Turning Into a Business
If you were turning into a business, fault depends on whether you made the turn safely and whether another driver also violated a traffic rule or acted negligently. Turning into a driveway does not automatically make you responsible for the...
Where Can I Find Traffic Safety Data For California Counties
California county traffic safety data is available through several state and university databases that track crashes, injuries, roadway conditions, and traffic trends. These sources can show where reported crashes occur, how serious they are, which road users are involved, and...
Drunk Driving Accident Claims What Victims Need To Know
Drunk driving accidents happen when someone chooses to drive impaired. As a victim of that choice made by someone else, you can suffer harm to your health, finances, and daily life. If you get injured in a drunk-driving accident, California...
Can You Report a Hit-and-Run the Next Day
Reporting a hit-and-run one day after it happens is still possible in California, though it's best to act quickly rather than wait. Under California Vehicle Code § 20008, when a collision results in injury or death, drivers typically have a...
How Can We Control Road Accidents
Road accidents can be controlled by making road users, vehicles, speeds, roads, and post-crash care safer. These protections work together to prevent crashes and reduce the risk of death or serious injury when a collision still occurs. Drivers can help...
Why Is Auto Insurance Important
Auto insurance is important in California because it can protect you from the financial costs of a crash and help you meet the state's financial responsibility requirement. Depending on the policy, coverage may pay for injuries or property damage caused...
Workers' Compensation Benefits Are Regulated By Which Entity
In California, workers' compensation benefits are regulated by the Department of Industrial Relations (DIR). The Division of Workers' Compensation (DWC) is part of the DIR and oversees the workers' compensation system. Workers’ compensation judges adjudicate benefit disputes, and the Workers’...
Does Auto Insurance Cover Pedestrian Accidents
Yes, auto insurance covers pedestrian accidents, typically through the at-fault driver's bodily injury liability policy or your own, if it includes uninsured/underinsured (UM/UIM) or Medical Payments (MedPay) coverage. Under California law, the sequence in which insurance policies apply determines how...
Huge, Preventable Mistakes In Auto Accident Claims
The most common preventable mistakes in California auto accident claims are delaying medical care, losing evidence at the scene, mishandling insurer communications, settling too early, missing deadlines, and failing to identify all available coverage. Any one of these can weaken...
How To Become A Personal Injury Lawyer
If you were injured in an accident and are looking for legal help, understanding what it takes to become a personal injury lawyer can help you evaluate the attorneys you're considering. In California, a personal injury lawyer must have completed...
Does Uninsured Motorist Cover Pedestrian Accidents
Yes. In California, your auto policy's UM coverage can cover a pedestrian accident. The coverage follows the person, not just the vehicle. Whether it pays in your specific situation depends on your policy terms, the driver's status, and INS §...
How Long Does A Motorcycle Accident Lawsuit Take?
There is no fixed timeline for a California motorcycle accident lawsuit. A case may take several months to several years, depending on the severity of the injuries, disputed liability, discovery, motions, court scheduling, settlement negotiations, and whether the case proceeds...
Should I Report A Hit And Run Without Damage
Yes, you should usually report a hit-and-run in California, even if your vehicle appears undamaged. A clean bumper does not always mean the vehicle escaped damage, and you may not notice an injury right away. There is an important legal...
Once I Hire an Attorney, What Happens Next
Once you hire an attorney, your lawyer begins protecting and building your claim. Early steps may include notifying insurers and other parties of the representation, preserving important evidence, obtaining accident or incident reports, and gathering medical and financial records. As...
How Do I Get Workers' Compensation
To get workers' compensation in California, tell your employer about your injury as soon as possible, usually within 30 days. Then, request a DWC-1 claim form. Submit the completed form to your employer. California's workers' compensation system generally operates on...
What Time Of Day Do Pedestrian Road Accidents Typically Occur
Most pedestrian accidents occur in the evening and at night. The Traffic Safety Facts 2023 from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reveals that most accidents involving injured pedestrians (49.7%) occur between 3 p.m. and 9 p.m. Meanwhile, pedestrian...
Is It Ever Too Late To Make An Insurance Claim
Depending on your situation, it can be too late to make an insurance claim. In California, there’s no actual deadline to file every type of insurance claim. That is why, when gauging if you can still pursue compensation from your...
Is It Too Late To Report A Hit-And-Run
No, it’s generally not too late to report a hit-and-run. Missing a reporting deadline does not necessarily mean you can no longer report the hit-and-run or pursue a claim. The more important question is what rights may have been affected...

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