Division Six of the California Court of Appeal recently clarified how Code of Civil Procedure §473(b) applies when a party fails to appear for trial. The court held that discretionary relief may be available, even after an uncontested trial, but the statute’s mandatory relief provision does not apply in that situation. The case arose after …
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| Auto accidents, Legal News, Personal Injury
Tavares v. Zipcar Inc. (2026). A California appeals court ruled that a car-sharing company that lets members unlock cars remotely (using a phone or membership card) is not legally responsible when one of its members drives drunk and causes a crash. Tavares v. Zipcar Inc. (2026). The court said the company does not have a …
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A recent Court of Appeal decision underscores a reality seasoned litigators already understand: personal-injury law rewards precision, experience, and a deep command of procedural strategy. In a significant ruling, Division One of the Court of Appeal reversed a trial court’s denial of prejudgment interest to a prevailing personal-injury plaintiff, clarifying the proper application of Code …
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After an accident, it is normal to feel uncertain about whether to call a lawyer. Many people worry about cost, pressure, or whether their situation even qualifies as a case. A free consultation with a personal injury lawyer exists to answer those questions and help you decide what to do next. If you were injured …
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| Auto accidents, Insurance, Personal Injury
California ranks 8th in the nation for the highest number of uninsured motorists in 2023, according to the Insurance Information Institute. That means thousands of drivers face the risk of being hit by someone who cannot fully pay for the damage they cause. Uninsured and underinsured motorist coverage (UM/UIM) is meant to protect against this …
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Medical bills are one of the biggest sources of stress after an accident, and for many Americans, that stress doesn’t go away easily. According to research, in 2024, 36% of U.S. households had medical debt, 21% had a past-due medical bill, and 23% were paying a medical bill over time. When your injury case reaches …
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| Auto accidents, Personal Injury, Rideshare Accidents
If you’ve driven through Los Angeles lately, you’ve probably seen a Waymo, those white cars covered in sensors and cameras. These autonomous vehicles scan the road in every direction and make driving decisions without a human touching the wheel. But even the most driving technology isn’t perfect. When a Waymo crashes, injured victims often face …
| Auto accidents, Bicycle Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Pedestrian Accidents
Most of us pass through the same Los Angeles intersections every day without thinking twice. But these familiar spots are also where many of the city’s most serious crashes happen. Heavy traffic, rushed drivers, and confusing signals can create danger even when you’re paying close attention. When a crash happens, everything changes fast. You may …
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| Auto accidents, Bicycle Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Pedestrian Accidents, Personal Injury
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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Big changes are coming for Uber and Lyft passengers in California, and they could affect your safety and financial protection. Senate Bill 371 (SB 371) significantly decreases the insurance coverage rideshare companies must carry, reducing how much injured riders can recover after a crash. If you use rideshare apps often, now is the time to …
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