The driver who brake checks is generally responsible for the damages if their actions caused the collision. However, there are several entities you may also share liability for a brake checking accident depending on the circumstances of the crash. Read on to learn...
Overloaded trucks can pose a significant hazard and cause accidents, resulting in catastrophic injuries and other damages. If you are in a truck accident involving overloaded trucks, you may file a claim to receive compensation for the damages. However, you must have...
In a dooring accident, a cyclist collides with a car door that has suddenly opened into their path. Usually, the driver is liable for the damages since they opened the car door without checking for oncoming cyclists or traffic. However, depending on the specific...
In a California car crash, the driver who cuts off another car and causes a collision is usually liable for the accident. This is because the crash resulted from them breaking traffic laws by not checking to ensure it was safe to change lanes. However, several factors...
California personal injury settlements are meant to compensate a victim’s losses in case of an accident resulting from another party’s wrongful actions. Although taxes usually are not due on personal injury settlements, there are some situations in which...
Generally, passengers have no duty of care to others and are therefore exempt from liability in the case of an accident. Nonetheless, there are instances in which a careless or irresponsible passenger may be held accountable. However, you must prove that their...
In a parking lot accident caused by faulty automatic parking gates, the property owner should cover the damages if the defective results from failure to maintain it. This is because automatic parking garage gates are subject to premises liability, as property owners...
California law says that a driver can only use a cell phone or other electronic device if it is not in their hand, even while the car is not moving, but it is still being “operated.” Since using phones at red lights can still pose risks and cause...
If a driver causes a car accident in California, they are likely responsible for the damages incurred by the victim. This means their insurance provider will cover the damage costs, including the vehicle repair or replacement. However, they usually replace a car if...
When an older driver hits you in a senior driving car accident, you can file a claim for compensation if their actions caused the crash. Similar to any other driver, elderly drivers have the duty to act reasonably when driving and sharing the road with others. If you...
