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Fatal Car Accidents in Los Angeles: What Families Should Know

Losing a loved one in a car accident is one of the most devastating experiences a family can face. These tragedies happen far more often than most people realize. In Los Angeles County alone, 277 people were killed in car accidents in 2022, according to the Statewide Integrated Traffic Records System. For the families left …

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California’s 2025 No-Touch Law: What Los Angeles Drivers Need to Know

California has tightened its distracted driving rules, and if you drive in Los Angeles, you need to pay attention. Under the updated July 2025 “no-touch” law, simply holding your phone while behind the wheel can get you cited. Even glancing at a map on your phone while it’s in your hand is considered illegal. A …

Injured as a Passenger in a Car Accident in Los Angeles Your Rights Explained

Injured as a Passenger in a Car Accident in Los Angeles? Your Rights Explained

According to the California Office of Traffic Safety, there were 4,428 traffic fatalities in 2022, a strong reminder of how dangerous California roads can be. While not every crash is fatal, passengers often suffer serious injuries that come with overwhelming medical bills, time off work, and emotional stress.  If you were injured as a passenger …

Top 5 Mistakes to Avoid When Filing a Government Injury Claim

Top 5 Mistakes to Avoid When Filing a Government Injury Claim

Filing a government injury claim is much more complex than most people realize. The government, whether local, state, or federal, is protected by a legal principle known as sovereign immunity, which allows legal claims only under specific legal exceptions. In California, this immunity is waived under the California Tort Claims Act for certain claims involving …

PTSD After a Car Accident_ Symptoms, Causes, and Your Legal Rights

PTSD After a Car Accident: Symptoms, Causes, and Your Legal Rights

Emotional injuries from a car accident aren’t always obvious, but they’re just as important to recognize and treat. Nearly half of all road traffic accident survivors develop PTSD, which can appear as fear, nightmares, or a constant feeling of being on edge. If you’ve been experiencing any of these symptoms, you may have PTSD after …

Huntington Beach PD’s New E-Bike Program Could Save Lives and Reduce Injury Claims

Huntington Beach PD’s New E-Bike Program Could Save Lives and Reduce Injury Claims

If you’ve been out in Huntington Beach lately, you’ve probably noticed more and more people zipping around on e-bikes. They’re fun, fast, and a popular way to get around Huntington Beach, especially for teens. But with that rise in popularity comes a big problem: e-bike accidents are happening more often, and the injuries are getting …

Why Los Angeles Insurance Companies Blame Motorcyclists — And How We Fight Back

Why Los Angeles Insurance Companies Blame Motorcyclists — And How We Fight Back

Most motorcyclists don’t realize how quickly the odds turn against them after a crash in Los Angeles. Insurance companies often look for excuses to deny valid claims, and blaming the rider is one of their easiest tactics.  At El Dabe Ritter Trial Lawyers, we’ve seen this pattern time and again. Our experienced motorcycle accident lawyers …