California Personal Injury & Product Liability Blog

It can be upsetting enough to get in a car accident in California. However, it can be even more upsetting if you’re in a rental vehicle at the time of the accident. Damaging your own property is bad enough. However, you may be wondering what to do if you crashed a vehicle belonging to a …

Has your car been totaled? Or are you not sure what it means to total your car? The effects of a car accident can be far-reaching and profound. Besides the physical injuries your body can experience, car wrecks often result in property damage and other losses. Depending on the nature and severity of the crash, …

It is worth hiring a car accident lawyer if you have suffered serious injuries in a car accident. Studies show injury victims who hire lawyers receive more compensation for their injuries and receive their compensation more quickly. In fact, injury victims hurt in car accidents who hire lawyers typically receive more compensation for their injuries …

The CDC estimates that 1.35 million people are killed on roadways around the world every year. Car accidents are a leading cause of death worldwide because of their massive potential to cause fatal injuries. Some of the most common injuries that cause death in car accidents include traumatic brain injuries, broken ribs, spinal cord injuries, …

Yes, you can sue Uber or an Uber driver if you have been injured in an accident involving Uber. The circumstances of the Uber accident will determine if you can sue Uber, the Uber driver or both. If you’ve been injured in an accident involving Uber, you may be able to sue Uber or the …

In 2023 92 percent of people observed at least one instance of road rage. In addition, up to one-third of drivers have reported that they have perpetrated road rage, according to a 2010 study. But is road rage a criminal offense in California? While road rage is not a specific criminal offense, actions triggered by …

There were 1,727,608 traffic crashes which involved injuries in the United States in 2021, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Those who are in car accidents should see a doctor as soon as possible. This is because those who suffer car accident injuries and wait too long to have injuries such as soft …

The global trucking industry plays a pivotal role in modern commerce, facilitating the seamless movement of goods and serving as a cornerstone of the global economy. However, the industry faces a series of challenges, including a notable scarcity of skilled truck drivers, escalating environmental apprehensions related to these vehicles, and questions surrounding the efficiency of …

In an era marked by mounting concerns over environmental sustainability, our modes of transportation have come under increasing scrutiny. Environmental-conscious commuters have turned to a surprising solution: motorcycles.  Due to their smaller size and impressive fuel efficiency, motorcycles have emerged at the forefront of the sustainable transportation movement. They emit less carbon dioxide and are …

Most of us don’t think twice about letting a close friend or family member borrow our vehicles. But if someone else crashes your car, your insurance could be held liable.  If someone else causes an accident while driving your car, the other party can pursue a claim with your insurance. By allowing another driver to …

America’s roads can be a dangerous place for drivers, especially inexperienced drivers. There are plenty of hazards, like dangerous roadway conditions and other drivers. By knowing these tips for first-time drivers, new drivers can rest assured they’re safer than they were before reading the tips. This article will cover driving tips for new drivers. New …

‘Take Care of Maya,’ a 2023 Netflix documentary, highlights the struggles of a young girl, Maya Kowalski, with Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS). Maya received a CRPS diagnosis at the age of nine in 2015 after a severe asthma attack. In her court statement, Maya said the condition subjected her to migraines and excruciating pain …