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 …
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Determining pedestrian accident fault in Los Angeles You’re crossing the street in LA — maybe near Melrose or Wilshire — when a car turns too fast and slams into you. Next thing you know, you’re in the hospital, and the driver’s insurance company is pointing the finger at you. Sound familiar? If you were hit …
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Los Angeles saw 1,524 pedestrian accidents in 2022, according to California traffic safety data. That’s more than four people hit by cars every single day. If you’ve experienced a pedestrian accident in Los Angeles, you’re not alone, and you don’t have to deal with the aftermath on your own. Here’s what to do next and …
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Your teen might be a great driver but it only takes one uninsured motorist to turn their world upside down. Teen drivers are the most at-risk group on the road. In California, drivers ages 18 to 24 make up just over 10% of the population but nearly 30% of all injuries in vehicle crashes. Nationwide, …
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If you’ve been in a car crash or fall and are now dealing with neck pain, you may be facing a serious spinal injury. One of the most common injuries from these events is a herniated disc in the C4/C5 or C5/C6 levels of the cervical spine. This type of injury can cause lasting pain, …
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Many accident victims settle their claims too quickly, only to realize later that their injuries are worse than they thought. Without reaching maximum medical recovery (MMR), it’s challenging to determine the scope of medical needs, long-term limitations, and financial impact. Understanding what MMR means and why it matters can help you avoid settling for less …
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Six Common Questions You Don’t Want to Answer—Until You Talk to a Car Accident Lawyer When you’ve just been in an accident, you’re shaken up. Maybe hurt. Definitely overwhelmed. And yet—everyone seems to want answers right now. The problem? One wrong answer could hurt your claim. Here are 6 common questions you’ll likely be asked—and …
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Some accident victims believe that when they’re involved in an accident, they immediately and automatically have a viable personal injury case. Reaching out to an attorney after an accident is an important first step, but it is only one step of many. Attorneys decline cases every day for reasons many don’t expect. By understanding why …
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If you’ve been injured in an accident, receiving prompt and consistent medical care is one of the most important things you can do to protect your health and legal rights. Delays, missed appointments, or stopping treatment too soon—known as medical gaps in personal injury claims—can slow your recovery and reduce the compensation you may be …
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In California personal injury law, proving negligence often depends on one key question: Did the other person act like a reasonable person would have? This concept—the “reasonable person” standard—plays a central role in determining fault. If you’ve been hurt and believe someone else acted carelessly, understanding how this legal standard works could help you secure …
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