If you were involved in a car accident in Carlsbad, California, you might be worried about its impact on your driving record and insurance rates. An accident can stay on your driving record for three years or longer. The amount of time an accident stays on your record and the number of points on…
Some car accident victims don’t hire a lawyer because they are afraid they can’t afford one. After all, they are already facing unexpected expenses from medical bills, lost wages, and repair costs. However, pursuing a car accident claim on your own can put you at a disadvantage. Insurance companies often exploit unrepresented claimants, resulting…
California is an at-fault state for car accidents, so determining who is at fault becomes a critical question in many cases. Consulting with an experienced Carlsbad car accident attorney can help ensure you properly navigate fault determination and protect your rights. Here are the parties who may help determine fault and the steps they…
California is an at-fault state for car accidents. This means the party found to be at fault for the accident is responsible for the damages they caused. Being found at fault for an accident can jeopardize your assets and prevent you from recovering compensation for your vehicle repairs, medical expenses, and lost wages. Insurance…
You were injured as a result of a car accident and there is no dispute as to who was at fault for causing the accident. The insurance company “accepted liability” and paid for the damage to your car but now the insurance company does not want to pay for your injury claim. New clients…
Slip or trip and fall accidents can happen unexpectedly, leaving victims with injuries and a myriad of concerns. If you’ve experienced a slip or trip and fall in San Diego, California, and you have been injured it’s essential to know the steps to take to protect your well-being and potential legal rights. In this…
As the holiday season approaches The San Diego Union Tribune featured an article educating the community of the risks companies take when hosting end of the year events that serve alcoholic drinks. The article highlights the ruling of the San Diego division of the California Court of Appeal in the 2013 case of Purton v. Marriott…
After being involved in a motor vehicle accident you might be dealing with reporting the accident to the police, car insurance companies and the DMV. As you may have suspected there are laws for which accidents need to be reported, who the accident needs to be reported to and when an accident needs to…
If you have been involved in a car accident and are seeking compensation for your injuries the insurance companies will be asking for various documents. This article is a resource to help gather basic documents to make your personal injury claim following a car accident. Police Report / Traffic Collision Report If the police…
Two of the most common questions we get from our personal injury clients who were injured in a car accident are (1) “how long is my case going to take?” (2) “how much money is a fair amount for the resolution of my case?” We hear this question at initial consultations and throughout the…