In successful wrongful death lawsuits, courts can award both economic and noneconomic damages to plaintiffs. But while courts can easily compute monetary damages through medical bills, pay stubs and other proof of out-of-pocket expenses, noneconomic damages are...
California has many bicyclists sharing the road with pedestrians and motor vehicle drivers. Unfortunately, many of them can end up in accidents and sustain injuries each year. If you are a cyclist, one way to stay safe on the road is to observe right of way properly....
People who drive after having a few drinks know the risk they are taking. But they may not fully realize the consequences of their actions until after they hit another driver. If a drunk driver hits you, there is a chance that you will suffer injuries and damages....
Like other U.S. states, California has laws that allow drivers injured in car collisions to pursue additional compensation from the other driver through lawsuits. The state also has no caps on the damage a driver can seek in a lawsuit. However, California does have...
1) Safe Sidewalk Riding AB 825, Bryan: Existing law allows local governments to adopt laws regarding the operation of bicycles on public sidewalks. In some cities and municipalities, riding on sidewalks is permitted, in others, only in some areas, and sometimes only...
Walking is an excellent form of exercise, but it also carries risks. With more cars crowding our roads each year, knowing how to safely share the road with other motorists as a pedestrian is important. In a ten-year period, over 7,500 pedestrians were killed by...
The more someone bikes in close proximity to motor vehicles, the greater their chance of eventually ending up in a crash. Cyclists sometimes crash on their own when they hit loose gravel or turn too fast. Minor injuries are likely in such scenarios, and many cyclists...
The death of a family member can be devastating. Although no amount of compensation can return to you what you have lost, it is important to know that if a loved one death was caused by someone else, you may be in a position to file a civil lawsuit against the liable...
Dealing with wildfires is a matter of course when living in certain parts of California. These events can lead to catastrophic challenges for residents. Whether you’re told to evacuate or have to drive around to live your daily life, you should know about how to drive...
Cycling has been and continues to be a common mode of transport and exercise. The government and institutions do their best to ensure cyclists achieve their goals. However, despite observing safety measures, negligent drivers may endanger cyclists. One of the reasons...