The primary purpose of a car accident settlement check in a personal injury case is to compensate the injured party for their damages. Damages may include medical expenses, lost wages, property damage, pain and suffering, emotional distress, and more. Receiving a personal injury settlement check in California typically involves several steps to ensure that the process is […]
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California’s Annual Report of Fatal and Injury Motor Vehicle Traffic Collisions revealed 3,737 car accident fatalities and 269,031 injuries occurred in 2019. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), traffic crashes cost the American public over $340 billion in the last reporting year. These accidents often result in economic and non-economic losses, including […]
Pedestrian injuries and fatalities remain high throughout the country. Recent statistics by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) showed 6,516 pedestrian fatalities and nearly 55,000 injuries in the last reporting year. These numbers signify a 3.9 percent increase in fatalities from 2019. These types of California accidents can have significant impacts on pedestrians and […]
There are many transportation options for Californians. But everyone is a pedestrian at one time or another, and all pedestrians have the right to arrive at their destinations safely. Unfortunately, pedestrian accidents, injuries, and fatalities remain high. California drivers should maintain safe speeds and practice safe driving behaviors to allow for safe roadway sharing with […]
It's not uncommon for car accident victims to receive a copy of the report and find that some information is incorrect. Some people feel they were wrongly determined to be at fault for the accident, while others note there are factual errors and missing information. Understandably, potential clients have multiple questions and need to know […]
Back and neck injuries are by far the most common types of injuries in car accidents. Back and neck injuries may have long-term consequences, especially if they are left untreated. Because of this, chiropractic treatment is common after a car accident. If you have been injured in a car accident and have been (or need […]
Car accidents can be devastating and life-changing. There were 15,342 serious injuries on California roadways in 2020, and the number is expected to increase. If you or a loved one has been in a car accident caused by someone else’s negligent behavior, you may be entitled to compensation. Most people involved in car accidents have many questions […]
You should reach out to an attorney if you were recently injured by a drunk driver in California and get more clarity about what an average settlement can be. Our lawyers looked back at our drunk driving lawsuit settlements to determine the average settlement for a drunk driving accident. Typically, average settlements for being hit […]
The injured party in an auto accident must deal with damages to or the total loss of their vehicle. You might be wondering if car accident settlements can exceed policy limits. In more severe accidents, injured parties can have physical injuries to contend with and related medical costs, and lost wages. They also face the burden […]
Don't speak with the insurance company alone. Call us (310-997-4273) to speak to us about your claim with an uninsured driver. We will work to maximize your settlement. While drivers in the state of California are required to carry car insurance and are liable for damages that they cause to others in a motor vehicle […]