Motor vehicle accidents rank among the leading causes of cervical spine injuries in California. Even seemingly minor crashes—on L.A. freeways, local boulevards, or surface streets—can result in significant trauma to the neck. The cervical spine is vital but vulnerable: it supports the head, protects the spinal cord, and enables head…
Motor vehicle accidents often cause serious and life-altering injuries. Among the most common and debilitating are lower back injuries, including herniated discs, spinal fractures, and nerve damage. For many victims, the accident does not create a brand-new injury but instead worsens a pre-existing spinal condition. California law recognizes the right…
Ridesharing has reshaped transportation in California, but when a crash happens while you’re a paying passenger, the aftermath can be confusing. “Who pays for my medical bills?” “Do I sue the driver, the other motorist, or the rideshare company?” “What about lost wages, pain and suffering, or long-term care?” Here’s…
Left-hand turn accidents often occur when the driver making a left turn fails to watch for oncoming traffic before proceeding. In Drury v. Ryan, Cal. Ct. App. Case No. G063080, the Court of Appeal considered whether a trial court judge committed a prejudicial error when he failed to instruct the…
Head-on collisions are among the most dangerous types of motor vehicle accidents, often resulting in severe injuries or fatalities. In California, a state known for its extensive network of highways and roads, these accidents pose a significant threat to drivers and passengers alike. Understanding the causes, consequences, and preventive measures…
Introduction Navigating the aftermath of a car accident in California can be a daunting journey filled with complex legal, medical, and insurance challenges. With the bustling highways and streets across cities like Los Angeles, San Francisco, and San Diego, the state sees a significant number of vehicular accidents each year.…
California’s vast roadways are guided by the California Vehicle Code (CVC), which sets the standards for how drivers should behave on the road. Let’s dive deeper into some essential sections of the CVC to better understand California’s traffic laws. 1. Cell Phones and Distracted Driving Hands-free Only: Per CVC §23123,…
Driving on California’s highways can be an exhilarating experience, but it can also be very dangerous. Every year, there are thousands of traffic accidents in the Golden State, many of which result in serious injuries and even death. In this article, we’ll take a look at the latest traffic accident…
Auto accident involving two cars on a city street Rear-end accidents occur when a motor vehicle collides with the rear of the vehicle in front of it. These types of accidents happen frequently, and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reports they are the most common type of collision,…
Despite the fact that the costs involved with medical treatment and car repairs following motor vehicle accidents have dramatically risen over the past five decades, California’s mandatory minimum liability insurance requirements have remained the same for more than 50 years. Recently, however, the California legislature passed a bill that would…