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You'll be hit with a variety of bills after an injury, ranging from medical bills to missed wages.

01/13/2023

How to Prove Negligence Behind the Wheel by a Third Party

Achieving the best result in a car accident case means not only obtaining satisfactory financial compensation, but also ensuring that the result obtained is one that protects the well-being of you and your loved ones. Accomplishing this requires not only having an attorney who has the knowledge and resources to handle your case, but also learning to recognize behaviors and actions that may have been the result of someone else’s negligence.

Under California state traffic accident laws, a driver must be shown to have violated four safety statutes for their behavior to qualify as reckless driving. These statutes include:
    •    The defendant driver had a duty to operate his motor vehicle safely
    •    The defendant driver breached his duty of care
    •    The defendant’s negligence was the main cause of the accident
    •    The accident was the direct cause of the injuries sustained by the affected party

Before considering the liability of another driver in a car accident, it is essential to know your responsibilities as a driver. Those responsibilities include driving in a manner that obeys the law, checking for possible injuries to others after an accident, and exchanging information with other drivers after a collision. Neglecting your own duty of care behind the wheel can lead to negative consequences and make it more difficult to recover for damages caused by an accident.

Working with an attorney will help you present a version of the facts that proves that you did operate your vehicle with consideration not only for your well-being, but al
so for other drivers, pedestrians, and bicyclists.

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12/30/2022

Anyone who suffers an injury caused by the negligent actions of another individual should be able to recover compensation for their losses. This includes coverage for potential medical bills, lost income, property damage expenses, and losses caused by emotional pain and suffering.

However, there are several factors that can affect the total value of a California personal injury claim. Some factors that you should consider in connection with your claim:

1. The severity of the injuries
While there are a variety of formulas used to determine the value of a personal injury claim, many of them revolve around the nature and extent of the injuries and the amount of medical treatment that will be needed to recover from them.

2. Expenses for property damage
If an incident that caused an injury also caused property damage, these must also be taken into account.

3. Insurance limits
Insurance companies will not pay more compensation than the policy allows. For example, if a person has a $250,000 auto accident liability insurance policy, but the injury expenses are $400,000, this will leave a significant gap between what the insurer will cover and the total costs to the victim. In these situations, it may be necessary to file a personal injury lawsuit against the at-fault party to recover more compensation.

4. Shared blame
It may happen that the victim of the injuries is partially involved in the cause of these. Additionally, it is not uncommon for more than one party to be at fault in these situations. This is why the State of California operates under a system of comparative negligence. This means that individuals can still recover compensation for their claim, as long as it proportionately reflects the fault of each party involved.

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12/25/2022

Happy Holidays from our family to yours!
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12/16/2022

Can I be reimbursed for lost wages after a car accident?

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12/06/2022

What NOT to say to an insurance company after an accident 🚨

Insurance companies train their adjusters to find ways to reduce claims. They do this by twisting injured accident survivors’ words and using them to offer lower settlements. They may claim that you are not as injured as you say. They may claim that you were partly to blame. Knowing their primary goal is key to understanding what NOT to say to an insurance company after an accident.

- Do not admit fault.
- Do not downplay your injuries.
- Do not give a recorded statement.
- Do not give opinions.
- Do not sign a medical release.
- Do not break privacy.
- Do not feel pressured to talk.

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11/24/2022

Happy Thanksgiving from our family to yours! ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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11/19/2022

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11/11/2022

Happy Veterans Day ! 🇺🇸

11/03/2022

What to Do When Someone Tailgates You? 🚗🚙

Instead of brake checking, the safest response is usually to maintain your current speed until you can safely change lanes to let the tailgater get around you.

Some people tailgate because a driver in front of them is going too slowly relative to the lane in which they are driving. If you drive too slowly for the flow of traffic in your lane, you are increasing the risk of a crash. Attentive, considerate driving requires that people not impede the flow of traffic.

Some drivers are chronically impatient and aggressive to other people on the road. If you find yourself being tailgated despite the fact that you are going with the flow of traffic, just try to let the person get around you without engaging in dangerous behavior on your part. As long as you continue to drive safely, the tailgater will usually be found at fault in the event of a car accident.

If you got hurt in a car accident involving brake checking or tailgating, you will want to talk with a Los Angeles personal injury attorney as soon as possible. Our state does not give you much time to seek money for damages for your injuries. If you miss the filing deadline, you will never be able to seek compensation for your losses.

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10/25/2022

The other person’s insurance company offered me a settlement; should I take it?

Generally speaking, it is not a good idea to talk to any adjusters from the other person’s insurance provider until you have first spoken with a lawyer. However, if the liable party’s insurance company did reach out to you and offered you a settlement, it is in your best interest to avoid accepting this settlement until you contact an attorney.

Insurance companies are businesses and, just like any other business, their primary goal is making money. One way they do this is by limiting how much they pay out in personal injury and property damage claims. Any settlement they offer is likely to be much less than you are owed. They may even try to get you to admit fault and could use this to deny your claim.

It is always best to speak to an experienced personal injury lawyer who can help you clearly understand the compensation you may be entitled to receive.

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10/13/2022

At-Fault Versus No-Fault

Some states follow a “no-fault” personal injury policy in the United States. In contrast, other states follow an “at-fault” policy.

California is an at-fault state. At-fault is also known as comparative negligence. This means that if both parties involved in an incident have some degree of fault for what happened, a percentage of fault is allocated to each party in evaluating the claim.

So, how does this affect your ability to file a claim? An injured person could file a claim or lawsuit to recover money for their injuries even if they contributed to the accident. However, their damages can be reduced to account for their percentage of the blame.

Have questions about a potential personal injury case? Give us a call today to schedule an appointment:
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10/07/2022

How Serious Does an Injury Have to Be to File an Injury Claim in California?

Many people injured in an accident in California wonder if their injury has to have a certain level of severity before they can file a claim. The answer is no level of injury qualifies you to be able to file an injury claim. What usually matters is whether you suffered economic losses due to your injury and who is at fault. If you are at fault for your injury, you might not be able to file a claim, or an insurance company or court may reduce your recovery.

In California, parties involved in an incident that leads to injury usually try to resolve things through the insurance process. However, if an insurer won’t offer a fair settlement or the insurance coverage is insufficient to deal with your injury, you may have to file a lawsuit. Our California personal injury attorneys can assist you with evaluating your claim and determining your options.

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