In California and in several other states in the nation, it is illegal to use a hand-held cellphone while driving. This primary law means officers can pull over drivers they see engaging in this process. Yet drivers continue to text and drive, putting others lives in...
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Can you file a third-party lawsuit?
If you are an employee of a construction company, you typically cannot file a personal injury lawsuit against your employer because of an accident on the job site. Rather, you would receive workers' compensation, which is a no-fault system. However, sometimes...
Negligent entrustment explained
It may go without saying that after experiencing a car accident in California, you feel a great deal of frustration. Still, despite your feelings, you are likely ready to give the person who caused your accident the benefit of the doubt that the incident was not...
What causes ride-hailing accidents?
Ride-hailing services are very popular throughout the country, especially in large cities. People like the convenience of being able to summon a car from an app and to see information about the driver beforehand. However, accidents involving ride-hailing services do...
Are dog owners responsible for injuries their pets cause?
If a dog attacks you, you may believe the owner is at fault rather than the animal. Legally, even if the owner is responsible and cares for the dog, he or she may still be liable for your damages. Because the effects of dog attacks are often serious, California has...
How dangerous is a GPS while driving?
Nowadays, more drivers rely on the Global Positioning System or GPS to guide them through unfamiliar areas. While GPS can be a great tool for drivers who do not know their way around or that become lost in unknown areas, some may not recognize the risk of relying too...
Reviewing the consequences of traffic accidents
Whether you drive to work every day or occasionally ride in a vehicle operated by someone else, it is important to understand the risks you face as well as the potential impact of an accident. Every day, many lives are turned on end due to motor vehicle collisions,...
Should you register products used for your infant?
Whether you are a first-time parent or already have children at home, preparing to welcome a new baby is usually a time filled with anticipation and excitement. Because you want to make sure your baby stays safe and healthy, you spend considerable time researching the...
A truck-car crash, shifting cargo and responsible parties
An accident case involving a big rig and a passenger vehicle is usually more complex than a case involving the drivers in a two-car collision. Truck-car crashes occur for various reasons including shifting cargo. The complexity arises in determining fault since...
Multiple people killed, injured in Kings County collision
Few people in California likely worry about experiencing a car accident every time they get behind the wheels of their vehicles. Yet continued reports of car accidents imply that there is an inherent risk with driving. Most assume this risk (and in truth, likely give...