Local Accident News: Personal Injury

The type of evidence you need to gather after an accident depends mainly on the type of accident you were in. For purposes of this page, common evidence is organized into five practical categories: official reports, electronic and digital information,...

The most dangerous part of the 110 Freeway is the Harbor Freeway/I-110 corridor between I-105 and US-101, especially the northbound stretch from I-105 toward Downtown Los Angeles. Crosstown LA’s crash-per-mile analysis in 2018 ranked that segment as the highest-crash freeway...

If a cop runs a red light and hits you, you could file a personal injury claim against them and their agency. That officer may be liable for your injuries and losses if they didn’t use the proper signals. They...

You can seek compensation for your injuries if a speeding driver hit you while you were turning left. However, depending on the facts, you may share some fault, based on California’s right-of-way rules. The other driver's speed is one of...

The injuries that happen most in icy parking lots include broken bones, head injuries, back injuries, sprains, and bruises. You can reduce your risk by wearing shoes with good traction, walking with short, careful steps, and watching for hidden ice....

If the insurance company calls after an accident, first identify which insurer is calling. You usually do not have to give a recorded statement to the other driver’s insurance company, but you should report the crash to your own insurer...

After an Amazon delivery vehicle crash, move to safety, call 911, get medical care, and collect the driver’s name, insurance, license plate, vehicle details, and delivery company information. You should also take photos, report the crash, and preserve evidence before...

If you were injured while walking to the trolley after a Padres game, you may have a personal injury claim if a negligent driver, unsafe walkway, poor lighting, transit hazard, or public property condition caused your injuries. The liable party...

California does not set one maximum accident injury compensation amount for most personal injury claims. The most you can recover depends on your proven damages, available insurance, your share of fault, and any legal limits that apply to your case....

If you're injured at Petco Park, acting fast can help protect your health and your legal rights. Seek medical care right away, report the injury to stadium staff, and document the scene. Talk to a Petco Park injury attorney before...

Most injury lawyers charge a contingency fee that is often around 33% to 40% of the recovery in a successful case. Some cases may involve a higher fee if they require a lawsuit, trial, appeal, or major case expenses. The...

A good settlement offer for a back injury should cover the full harm the accident caused, not just the first medical bills. It should account for treatment costs, lost income, future care, pain and suffering, work limits, and any long-term...