Category Archives: Auto Accidents
Motorcyclists’ Lane Splitting Is Legal But May Limit Crash Damages
Lane splitting, often referred to as “white-lining,” is the practice where motorcyclists ride between lanes of slow-moving or stopped traffic. This maneuver allows motorcyclists to navigate through congested roadways more efficiently. While lane splitting is illegal in many U.S. states, California stands out as the only state where this practice is explicitly permitted. However, the… Read More »
The Serious Perils of Override and Underride Truck Collisions
Accidents involving trucks and passenger cars tend to result in more serious injuries due to the significant size and weight disparity between the vehicles. Among the most perilous of these are override and underride collisions. An override happens when a large truck drives over the rear or side of a smaller vehicle, often crushing it… Read More »
How to Show That a Distracted Driver Caused Your Accident
Distracted driving has emerged as one of the most common causes of car accidents across the country. Activities such as texting, talking on the phone, or interacting with other electronic devices while driving significantly increase the likelihood of a collision. Establishing that the driver was distracted at the time of the crash is essential for… Read More »
Determining How Much Your Automobile Injury Claim Is Worth
If you are injured in an automobile accident and you file an insurance claim, it is initially reviewed by adjusters. These insurance company employees use a variety of factors and indicators to evaluate the extent of your injuries and their associated costs. However, insurers often undervalue claims to limit their financial exposure. This makes it… Read More »
How Damage to Vehicles Can Tell the Story of a Collision
The aftermath of a car accident can be chaotic, leaving those involved shaken and unsure of what happened. But amid the wreckage, the location and severity of the damage to each car can tell a story. This may be important to determining the cause of the accident, which is essential to pursuing insurance claims and… Read More »
What Makes Truck Accident Litigation More Complex
Accidents involving tractor trailers and other large trucks pose a unique set of challenges for injured victims seeking compensation. The sheer size and weight of a tractor-trailer mean that an impact with a smaller vehicle can result in serious and disabling injuries for the occupants. The force of a collision can lead to traumatic brain… Read More »
Your Legal Remedies If Injured as an Uber or Lyft Passenger
Rideshare services like Uber and Lyft offer a convenient alternative to taxis and public transportation. However, their popularity can cause increased traffic and a consequent higher risk of accidents. If you have been hurt as a passenger in an Uber or Lyft car or in another vehicle involved in a rideshare accident, you have remedies… Read More »
“Dooring” Presents a Potentially Deadly Danger to California Bicyclists
As bicycling for both transportation and recreation has grown in popularity, there are more opportunities for accidents to occur. One of the significant hazards faced by bicyclists in towns and cities in California is “dooring.” This occurs when a cyclist is riding on a street alongside a row of parked cars and a car door… Read More »
Don’t Discuss Your Car Accident Injuries with the Other Driver’s Insurance Company
Soon after an automobile accident, while you’re still recovering from your injuries, you may get a phone call from a representative of the other driver’s insurance company. It is most likely a claims adjuster, who will ask you how you’re doing and perhaps ask other questions about the accident and its aftermath. It’s also possible… Read More »
Recognizing Delayed Symptoms of Car Accident Injuries
A car accident can leave victims with not only visible injuries but also with hidden ailments that may not manifest themselves immediately. Just after a traumatic event, the body starts producing hormones that mask pain in order to help cope with the situation. Some injuries can take several days to become noticeable. However, they can… Read More »