Bicycle Safety News: What You Need to Know Before You Buy a Bike Helmet
Posted in General,Safety Information on July 29, 2019
Everyone wants to be safe when they head out on a bike ride. Adults, especially those with children, can agree that helmets are the unequivocal standard for bicycle safety. However, there are a surprising amount of bike helmets available to consumers that do not meet basic safety standards. These helmets are widely available, both in… read more
Everything You Need to Know About the Takata Airbag Recall
Posted in Product Recall,Safety Information on July 29, 2019
You should always be able to count on your vehicle’s airbags to work when a crash occurs. What you do not expect is that the airbag will explode when it is deployed, causing serious personal injury or death. Unfortunately, there are tens of millions of vehicles under recall due to defective airbags made by Takata…. read more
What Is California’s Negligent Entrustment Law?
Posted in California,Car Accidents,Personal Injury on July 12, 2019
Car, truck, or motorcycle owners who allow inexperienced, reckless, or incompetent drivers to use their vehicle face liability. Vehicle owners are responsible for the actions of those they entrust with their vehicle under California’s negligent entrustment law. Negligent entrustment cases require the lawyer for the plaintiff to provide evidence in five basic areas: The driver… read more
Is Lane Splitting Illegal in California?
Posted in California,Safety Information on July 8, 2019
Nearly everyone drives in California. Lanes of traffic often move at a snail’s pace, except for the motorcycles driving between the cars. Lane sharing, filtering, or lane splitting laws give California motorcycle drivers the right to slide between traffic lanes on freeways and other roads. In fact, a recent survey shows that 71.4% of motorcycle… read more
The Benefits of Hiring a Personal Injury Lawyer
Posted in Personal Injury on July 3, 2019
The accidental or negligent actions of others injure thousands of people every day. After seeking appropriate medical attention, victims should begin to explore their legal options with the help of a Long Beach personal injury attorney. Why a Personal Injury Lawyer? Insurance companies prefer victims to handle their own claims. Individuals without legal representation are… read more
How Do Car Accident Settlements Work?
Posted in Car Accidents on June 11, 2019
A car accident settlement refers to an agreement between a victim (plaintiff) and the at-fault party (defendant), prior to taking the case to court. Car accident settlements often come in the form of agreements between plaintiffs and insurance companies. Most car accident cases successfully reach settlements without needing to go to trial. This saves the… read more
How to Find the Best Personal Injury Lawyer Near You
Posted in California,General,Personal Injury on June 9, 2019
Picking out your Long Beach personal injury lawyer following a serious accident is a key step toward recovering compensation. The lawyer you choose can make or break your legal experience. In the aftermath of a major accident, it can be difficult to know who to trust. Finding a lawyer that makes you feel comfortable and… read more
When to Get an Attorney for a Car Accident in Long Beach
Posted in California,Car Accidents,Personal Injury on May 7, 2019
Hiring a car accident attorney in Long Beach is something you need to consider if you have just been in a car accident. The other driver might try to avoid liability, while his or her insurance company could unfairly deny your claim – even though you know you were not at fault. Meanwhile, you might… read more
How Much to Expect From a Car Accident Settlement In California
Posted in California,Car Accidents,General,Personal Injury on April 22, 2019
Car accidents can cause devastating injuries and substantial economic losses, and any driver who experiences a car accident will likely have countless questions about the next best steps toward recovery. Every driver should know what to expect after a car accident, and most drivers in this situation are understandably concerned about their recovery options. It… read more
What to Expect Physically After a Car Accident
Posted in Car Accidents,General,Personal Injury on April 19, 2019
Thousands of car accidents occur every day in the U.S., and the drivers involved experience a wide range of injuries and economic damages depending on the location, severity, and causes of their accidents. Every driver should know what to expect when it comes to aches, pains, and injuries after a car accident. Injured drivers who… read more