At-Fault Driver Wants to Pay Out of Pocket, Should I Accept?
What should you do if an at-fault driver wants to pay out of pocket for an accident? While it may seem easy to get what you need, it usually hardly covers the total damage expenses…
Who Is Liable in a Single Car Accident?
Most drivers involved in single-car accidents think they are automatically at fault for the damages. While this is usually true, there are instances where other entities may be responsible for the collision, such as when…
Can I File a Claim If I’m a Passenger in a Car Accident Caused by a Family Member?
A car accident can be a stressful and confusing experience. Unfortunately, it may seem more complicated if a family member causes it. However, remember that you can file a claim for a car accident caused…
Car Accident in California: What to Do If a Driver Refuses to Give Insurance Information
In a car accident, drivers should exchange information, such as contact and insurance details, to resolve the issue correctly. However, there are instances where a driver may refuse to share their information for several reasons….
Justice Matters: Rules on the Road for First-Time Drivers
Jacoby & Meyers launched a groundbreaking initiative to engage viewers and offer legal insights in a fresh and accessible way. Receiving appropriate legal counsel is crucial regardless of whether you’ve sustained an injury at work,…
California Car Accidents Due to Medical Emergency: Who Is Liable?
If a California car accident results from a driver’s medical emergency, the driver may be free of liability because the cause of the crash was unintentional and unanticipated. However, there are specific instances that make…
How to Prove Loss of Consortium in a Car Accident Claim
Loss of consortium is a type of damage from a car accident in which the victim’s surviving family experiences loss of familial benefits and companionship resulting from the injuries sustained by the victim. While it…
Who is Liable in Car Accidents Due to Changing Lanes?
Although changing lanes is permitted under California law, it is crucial to exercise caution when doing so. In traffic accidents involving a vehicle changing lanes, the driver of that car may be liable for the…
How to Prove Distracted Driving in an Ontario Car Accident
Ontario car accidents resulting from distracted driving may be confusing to prove. Victims think that it is almost impossible to justify that the at-fault driver was distracted, causing the crash. In most cases, evidence, such…
Can Speed Camera Pilot Program Prove High-Speed Crashes?
California launched the Speed Camera Pilot Program to collect data to better understand and solve the significant number of high-speed crashes on roads and highways. Speed cameras capture details about vehicles going beyond the limit,…