Category Archives: Auto Accident
Determining Fault When Two Negligent Drivers Cause an Accident
If you are in a car accident, you have to prove that another party was responsible to some degree for causing the collision before you can collect compensation for your damages and injuries. All motorists have a duty to anyone else on the roadway to use reasonable care, to use caution when driving, and… Read More »
When a Car or Motorcycle Injury Accident Is Not Your Fault
Car and motorcycle accidents occur every day under various circumstances. Fault is easily ascertained in many cases, such as rear end accidents, or red light violations where there are cameras or witnesses, or in any other accident where independent or neutral witnesses can support and verify a certain version of events. Situations where a… Read More »
Why Senior Drivers Are More Likely to Be Injured in a Car Accident
A senior driver is a licensed driver age 65 years and older (according to the Insurance Information Institute). Other than very recently licensed and young drivers, elderly drivers have a higher rate of fatal crashes (Insurance Institute for Highway Safety). In 2013, 4,115 people age 70 and older died in motor vehicle crashes, according… Read More »
Can I Sue Someone Who Pulled Out in Front of My Car Even if I Hit Them
If a car pulls out from a driveway right in front of your vehicle, liability may appear clear, but things are not always as they seem. Situations such as this are examples of where you may think that you have a claim that is indisputable, yet disputes and complications arise as to who was… Read More »
Can I sue someone that was texting while driving when they hit me?
If you haven’t seen the recent AT&T commercial showing an accident in reverse caused by a driver texting, you can watch it here. Although the video can be considered graphic, it also drives home a very important point: Texting while driving is dangerous. Texting takes a driver’s eyes off of the road for an… Read More »
If I Rear-End Someone Who Brake Checks Me, Am I at Fault?
We have all been in unfavorable driving situations, but what happens if you hit someone who slams on their brakes in front of you? Determining Fault Fault will usually be determined by the involved parties insurance companies who can assess something called “percentage of fault.” Unfortunately, more often than not, the fault will be… Read More »
California Law: Dangerous and Defective Highways
The United States has a network of roads that extend over four (4) million miles, and more than 2.6 million miles of that network is composed of paved roads maintained by the government. So it’s no surprise that there may be defects somewhere along these roadways at various times. Defects in California road conditions… Read More »
5 Things to Do After an Accident
We’ve all been stuck in traffic because of an accident, but do you know what to do if you are the one involved in the collision? Here are a few tips to keep in mind in the event that you are in an accident. Call the police. While this tip doesn’t apply to every… Read More »
Can I Sue the City or State if a Defective Road Contributed to my Auto Accident?
Most roads and highways are designed, constructed and maintained by the local municipality or by the state. On occasion, a flaw in the roadway design, the lack of adequate signage or a poorly maintained road surface can contribute to a motor vehicle accident with serious injuries to the motorist and passengers. If you can… Read More »
5 Things You Should Do If You are in a Car Accident
Here are 5 easy to remember things that you should if you’re involved in an auto accident. Always speak with an attorney to learn your rights.[/caption] Being involved in a car accident can be traumatic, especially if you or someone else is injured and needs immediate care. Being prepared for a car accident can… Read More »
