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One of the more serious risks to bicyclists posed by drivers isn’t when their vehicle is moving. It’s when they’re parked. Specifically, it’s when a driver opens the door of a parked car to get out without looking, and a bicyclist slams into it. It’s commonly referred...
If you suffer a serious injury, one place where you may want to seek compensation is in regard to your lost wages. For instance, perhaps you have an injury that keeps you out of work for a month. Not only do you need to cover those medical bills, but you may have lost...
Motorcyclists count on other drivers to help them remain safe. When other drivers aren’t safe, they can slam into a motorcycle. This can lead to catastrophic injuries for the motorcyclist. Thankfully, there are several things motorcyclists can do to mitigate the...
Driver distraction is a major contributing factor to vehicle crashes. About 3,000 people lose their lives because of it each year, and many more are injured. So it’s clear that a lot of drivers are distracted. However, when crashes occur, a lot of the drivers will...
If you are around an unfamiliar dog, it is always safer to assume that it might be unfriendly. After all, a casual glance has no way of telling you the animal’s history, physical condition or temperament — all of which can determine a dog’s propensity to attack humans...
Understanding the legalities of workplace injuries can be a complex task, especially when it involves crossover claims where an injured worker is eligible for workers' compensation and also has the right to sue a third party. How does workers’ compensation work?...
Slip-and-fall accidents are quite common. While most of these accidents result in nothing more than bruises and minor cuts, some slip-and-fall injuries can be life-altering. If you slip and fall while lawfully on another person’s property due to a hazardous condition...
The fatal accident rate on rural roads is higher than the same rate on city streets. Some people believe that there is roughly the same amount of danger in each location because the total number of fatal accidents every year is similar. But there are far fewer drivers...
If you played a role in a car accident, you might think it disqualifies you from claiming compensation by holding the other party liable. Well, it’s not the case. Your contribution to a crash in California does not mean you cannot seek damages for the harm and losses...
Responsible drivers are always scanning the road so they aren’t caught off-guard by someone who makes a sudden lane change without looking or who steps out into traffic against a light or where there’s no crosswalk. Here in California, drivers also need to be on the...