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Two people can suffer nearly identical injuries in similar accidents and still end up with very different settlements. Why? Because the injury is only one part of the case. Liability matters. Insurance coverage matters. Medical evidence matters. The people or companies responsible for the accident matter. Even where you file a lawsuit can affect how …
For rideshare automobile accidents occurring on or after January 1, 2027, California Senate Bill 623 (SB 623) establishes new limits on the recovery of certain past medical expenses from lien-based providers. Along with these limits, the law introduces requirements governing medical lien transfers, attorney-provider financial relationships, and related disclosures. Together, these changes may affect how …
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| Motorcycle, Motorcycle Accidents
“I didn’t see the motorcycle.” It is an explanation riders may hear after a driver merges into their path or changes lanes on the 405 freeway. But it does not answer the most important question: Who caused the crash? After a 405 freeway motorcycle accident near Huntington Beach, determining fault may require looking at where …
| Motorcycle, Motorcycle Accidents
Traffic in Huntington Beach can slow to a crawl, and for motorcyclists, lane splitting can be a practical way to move through stopped or slow-moving traffic. Some drivers leave room for an approaching motorcycle, while others may move into the rider’s path without seeing them. If you are injured from a lane-splitting motorcycle accident in …
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After an accident, it might be clear who was at fault. Still, the insurance company may not accept that the crash actually caused your injuries. Sometimes, the main question becomes what effect the accident had on your body. The defense might say the impact was too small to cause your injuries or claim that your …
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A red light, backed-up traffic, or a turning vehicle can appear quickly on Beach Boulevard. For a driver traveling too fast, there may be only seconds to react—and not enough distance to stop. After a speeding accident on Beach Boulevard in Huntington Beach, determining how fast the driver was traveling can become an important part …
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A deposition is sworn testimony given before a trial. This step is especially important in a California personal injury case because what you say on the record can influence settlement talks and your credibility if your case goes to a jury. At El Dabe Ritter Trial Lawyers, we help every client prepare by reviewing documents, …
When a driver is arrested for DUI after a crash, it may seem like the most important questions have already been answered. But an arrest or conviction does not automatically compensate the people injured in the collision. After a drunk driving accident in Huntington Beach, victims may still need to prove their losses, navigate insurance …
California Code of Civil Procedure §998 (CCP § 998) allows plaintiffs and defendants to make formal settlement proposals before trial. If a party rejects a valid offer and fails to obtain a better result at trial, certain litigation costs may shift. But does a §998 offer have to present only one way to settle for …
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Rear-end collisions are one of the most common crashes on Huntington Beach roads, but determining who is at fault isn’t always as straightforward as it may seem. Although many rear-end collisions may point to negligence by the following driver, fault ultimately depends on the facts and evidence. If you were recently involved in a rear-end …
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