A Santa Monica accident report includes all the information from your car accident. You can use this report to tell your insurance company about the crash and file a personal injury claim against the at-fault driver. If you were in an accident in Santa Monica, you need to get a copy of your traffic collision […]
According to the California Office of Traffic Safety, there were 55,360 accidents in Los Angeles County in 2016. These accidents resulted in 260 deaths and involved motorists, bicyclists, and pedestrians. Fortunately, you can obtain a copy of your Beverly Hills car accident report that contains all the information from the crash. You can use this […]
Being in a car accident can be a stressful and sometimes painful experience. After an accident, it is important to get a copy of every document related to your accident, including your Long Beach accident report. We will explain what an accident report is, how to get a copy, and why it’s important. What is […]
Overview from Los Angeles Personal Injury Firm Starpoint Law If you or a family member suffered injuries in an accident, you might be able to receive compensation under California personal injury laws. Remember that each personal injury claim is unique. To ensure you receive the compensation you deserve, you should speak with a personal injury […]
Factors a California Personal Injury Lawyer Considers Before Taking Your Case Thousands of California drivers experience traffic accidents each year. Car accidents can leave drivers injured, with expensive medical bills, and unable to work. If you suffered an accident due to someone’s negligence, you may be able to sue for damages. Sometimes your insurance policy […]
When you file a personal injury claim, you probably know to list damages like medical expenses and pain and suffering. Do you know that there’s another category, called punitive damages, that may apply to your case? Punitive damages under California Civil Code section 3294 apply when a defendant has acted maliciously, fraudulently or with reckless […]
When you experience a car accident, you may feel overwhelmed by the chaos it creates. You might need to seek medical treatment and car repairs while missing days at work. On top of these stressors, you have to navigate California accident laws, filing a claim and negotiating with insurance companies. If you’re confused about what […]
CHP Incident Report A driver, passenger, property owner, vehicle owner, parent of a minor, or legal guardian of an individual involved in an accident can request a copy of a California Highway Patrol (CHP) accident report. These “parties of interest” can obtain a copy of the accident report by going to any CHP office and […]
There is nothing more devastating and heartbreaking than losing a loved one in a preventable accident. Under California law (California Code of Civil Procedure 377.60), close family members of the victim have the right to hold a negligent party who caused a fatal accident legally responsible through a wrongful death lawsuit. If your loved one […]
If you or your loved one suffered a serious injury in an accident, you need to know how to protect your legal rights. Unfortunately, major accidents remain common in the United States. According to the most recent data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Americans make a collective 39 million injury-related trips […]