Ways to Prevent Accidents at Home Accidents can happen anywhere, even in our own homes, which is where we are supposed to feel the safest. Every year, countless people in California suffer preventable injuries when accidents occur inside the house or on private property. Injuries sustained at another person’s home are commonly caused by slips, falls, dog bites, pool...
Read MoreYour Guide to Child Seat Laws and Front Seat Requirements in California Wearing your seatbelt is the most effective way to protect yourself, your children, and any other passengers when driving on California roadways. Before leaving your driveway or parking space, it is your responsibility to ensure that all children in your vehicle are properly secured. Each year, thousands...
Read MoreIs It Illegal to Chase Someone in a Car? Is chasing someone in a car illegal in California? The answer is yes, the only people allowed to legally chase another person in a car is the peace officer with a marked vehicle indicating that it is the police, along with the flashing lights. If you start following another driver...
Read MorePeople who drive without insurance, otherwise known as uninsured motorists (UM), are those who operate motor vehicles without having insurance to pay for injuries or damages resulting from motor vehicle accidents in which they were at fault. This happens despite laws in most places that require drivers to have insurance. In California, your auto insurance policy typically includes uninsured/underinsured...
Read MoreTrench and excavation work are an essential part of many construction projects. They are typically conducted to accommodate running cables, pipes, and equipment underground, and are among the most hazardous in the industry. A trench is defined by its depth being equal to or greater than its width, making these excavations particularly perilous for construction workers. Those involved in...
Read MoreWhen you’ve been in a car accident that was caused by the negligence of another, you typically expect your insurance company or the at-fault driver’s insurance policy to cover all your losses through financial compensation. However, when a car accident occurs and a vehicle needs repairs, the vehicle may no longer hold the same market value that it previously...
Read MoreCar accidents can be stressful under any circumstance, as adrenaline rushes through the body, and victims find themselves having to deal with medical bills and the cost of property damage. However, when one or both drivers involved do not have car insurance, the situation becomes far more complicated. In California, the law requires that every driver carry a minimum...
Read MoreExample Payouts from Premises Liability Settlements Walking through a store, visiting a friend’s house, or even just going about your day in a public setting shouldn’t end with the surprise of a life-changing injury. Yet for many people in Stockton and Modesto, that’s exactly what happens when property owners are negligent when it comes to addressing hazards. One moment...
Read MoreFor individuals who are receiving Social Security Disability benefits, getting a car accident settlement can raise important questions about how will a car accident settlement affect my SSDI benefits. Understanding the difference between SSI and SSDI, and how each program views car accident settlements, is important for protecting your benefits after a personal injury. The Difference Between SSI and...
Read MoreWhen a loved one passes away, obtaining a certified death certificate in California is an important step in handling legal and financial matters, including when addressing life insurance policies. A certified death certificate in California verifies the death and is often required to manage affairs such as estate administration, closing accounts, and filing life insurance payouts. For beneficiaries, obtaining...
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