In California, the law recognizes the significant emotional, mental and psychological impact that a serious accident can have on a victim, in addition to physical injuries and financial losses. For this reason, a personal injury…
It is common for drivers involved in an automobile accident in California to not own the vehicles they are driving. Many drivers operate leased vehicles. If a leased car is totaled, or deemed a total…
It is against the law to drive without a valid license in California, but that doesn’t stop hundreds of people from doing it anyway. If you get involved in a car accident with an unlicensed…
In California, the majority of personal injury settlements are not taxable. However, some types or categories of damages listed on a settlement are subject to taxation on both a federal and state level. It is…
After getting into a car accident in California, you may find that your automobile insurance rates increase. Whether this happens to you – and if so, by how much – will depend on the circumstances,…
After a car accident, a vehicle that sustained damage will diminish in monetary value – even if it’s repaired and restored completely. The fact that the vehicle was involved in an accident is enough to…
When someone is killed due to the negligent or wrongful acts of another person or party in California, state law permits a wrongful death claim to be filed. This type of lawsuit seeks justice and…
California’s insurance laws currently do not require drivers to carry uninsured or underinsured motorist coverage. However, it is highly recommended that drivers purchase this optional type of insurance so that they are covered in case…
If you wish to pursue financial compensation for a preventable injury in California, it is important to know that you have a deadline. A California law known as the statute of limitations imposes a strict…
Before you can drive a motor vehicle in the State of California, the car must be properly insured. Insurance, also known as proof of financial responsibility, is required on all registered vehicles in California. It…
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