Category Archives: Auto accidents

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How to Protect Yourself When Someone Causes a Crash but Blames You

After a car accident, it’s normal for drivers to remember the crash differently or to point fingers right away. Even if you’re sure you didn’t cause the collision, having the other driver blame you can feel overwhelming and unfair. The important thing to remember is this: fault is not legally finalized at the scene. Insurance …

Downtown Huntington Beach

Most Dangerous Collision Intersections in Huntington Beach

Huntington Beach may be one of Orange County’s most scenic cities, but it’s also home to some of its most collision-prone intersections. According to 2023 crash data, hundreds of people were injured on local roads, many in the same high-traffic areas year after year. From Pacific Coast Highway to Beach Boulevard, the numbers tell a …

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How Airbag Deployment Affects Your Car’s Value and Insurance Claims

Most drivers think that once an airbag deploys, their car is automatically totaled and their claim is simple. However, the truth is more complex. Airbag deployment can impact injury claims, repair costs, and even the resale value of your vehicle. Without the right guidance, you may end up with less compensation than you deserve. If …

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When Do Airbags Deploy? Speed, Impact, and Safety Thresholds Explained

According to the NHSTA, frontal airbags have protected drivers and passengers, saving over 50,000 lives in 30 years. Still, they only work when certain conditions are met. So, at what speed do airbags deploy, and why does it matter for your safety and your claim? When airbags go off, it usually means the impact was …

airbag injuries after a car accident

Common Airbag Injuries and Their Long-Term Effects

Airbags save lives every day on California roads. But when they deploy with extreme force or malfunction, they can leave drivers and passengers with serious, sometimes life-changing injuries, such as broken bones, burns, or airbag injuries to arms and hands. Recovery may take weeks, months, or even years. Types of Airbag Injuries and Their Long-Term …

car with airbags deployed after a car accident

What Does It Mean When Airbags Deploy? Understanding Airbag Deployment

Have you ever wondered what it means when an airbag deploys? For many California drivers, the bang, smoke-like powder, and sudden impact are confusing and frightening. But airbag deployment isn’t random; it’s your car’s way of protecting you, and it carries an important message about the seriousness of your crash. What It Means When Airbags …

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Rear-Ended in Los Angeles? What to Know Before Filing a Claim

If you drive in LA, you’ve probably experienced a close call or worse. With constant stop-and-go traffic, rideshare drivers everywhere, and nonstop distractions, it’s no surprise that rear-ended accidents in Los Angeles are so common.  But just because these crashes happen every day doesn’t mean your case isn’t important. Is It Too Soon to File …