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Understanding the New 2019 California DMV Laws

Being in compliance with all traffic and DMV laws should be important to every driver in California. However, that can be hard to do when the Department of Motor Vehicles constantly changes its rules and regulations. Today, our Long Beach personal injury lawyers want to make sure you are up to speed on all new… read more

Are Self-Driving Cars Safe? The Crash Risks of Automated Driving Systems

Technology is changing rapidly and that is certainly evident in the transportation industry. Just a few years ago we were amazed at things like ridesharing services. Now, companies are pouring resources into self-driving cars. Not only that, but we have many vehicle models on the roadway not that already have automated driving features. But is… read more

Dog Owner Responsibility: Liability and Safety Tips

There are approximately 90 million pet dogs in the US, with nearly half of all households having at least one dog. While most dogs pose no danger at all, there are still plenty of dog bites each year. According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC): There are more than 4.7 million people bitten by… read more

Bicycle Safety News: What You Need to Know Before You Buy a Bike Helmet

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

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?

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?

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

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?

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

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