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Getting behind the wheel of your vehicle seems like second nature, no doubt. Driving from one place to another is something you do regularly, so there is nothing to worry about, right? We have all experienced some form of highway hypnosis, but we probably didn’t know what to call it. If you have ever snapped…

T-bone accidents are not uncommon and often result in severe injuries for drivers and passengers. Data indicates that approximately 22% of all passenger vehicle occupant deaths were caused by side impact collisions in 2021. Most T-bone, or broadside, accident collisions occur in areas where vehicles cross paths perpendicularly, usually at an intersection type of arrangement….

Vehicle accidents and the aftermath of an incident can be confusing, and this is especially true after an incident involving a rideshare vehicle. Even though we count on services like Uber and Lyft to get us from point A to point B safely and conveniently, the reality is that accidents involving these vehicles do occur….

The state of California follows a “strict liability” dog bite law that holds pet owners responsible for most dog bite injuries that occur. Under a strict liability system, the process of determining whether or not the dog owner was negligent is not quite as vital. Here, we want to review California’s dog bite laws and…

Family members and estates of those who have lost their lives due to the negligent actions of others are often able to recover compensation through a wrongful death claim filed in civil court. Wrongful death claims are challenging, but a successful claim can help families gain closure and estates recover the compensation needed to help…

The argument over whether or not jaywalking should be legal still raves across the country and even here in California. However, the Freedom to Walk Act was passed by the California Assembly and signed into law by Governor Gavin Newsom. The law took effect in January 2023. The goal of this new law was to…

Religious discrimination is real, and it can happen in places you might not expect. In fact, religious discrimination can even occur unintentionally through laws passed to increase Traffic Safety. At least, that is the argument made by California’s Sikh population, a group who has struggled to follow the law while honoring their faith and customs….

Your health and well-being are the number one priority after a car accident occurs, but getting your property damage repaired is also incredibly important. However, the aftermath of a vehicle accident can be challenging, particularly when it comes to obtaining the compensation needed to repair your property from the insurance carrier. Here, we want to…

Commercial trucks can weigh up to 80,000 pounds when fully loaded with cargo. Anytime these larger vehicles are involved in collisions with other cars on the roadway, there is a potential for significant injuries and property damage. Because of these risks, there is strict regulation on the hours of service for truck drivers laid forth…

The difference between wildfire season and non-wildfire season used to be distinguishable, but that is not so much the case anymore. If the last few years have shown us anything, it’s that California residents have to be ready for wildfires at any time. Here, we want to review some of the basic steps to follow…