We are often asked, “If we file a lawsuit, do I have to go to appear at trial because I really don’t want to appear in Court?” The answer is “probably not”. The great majority of lawsuits are settled before going to trial. In fact, only about 2-3% of cases end up...

How Do You Determine The Value Of Your Case, Amid All The Misinformation?
There is a lot of misinformation about the value of personal injury cases, most of which unfortunately comes from attorneys who make “unchecked claims” on TV and radio. What do I mean by “unchecked claims”? These are claims made by others that are never fact-checked...

Pedestrian Accidents Can Cause Devastating Injuries
A car accident can cause serious injuries. But, when a defenseless pedestrian gets hit by a moving vehicle, those injuries can be even more devastating. The lightest car on the road weighs roughly 2,000 pounds. In comparison, a Chevy Tahoe weighs more than 5,600...

Protect against a Hit-and-Run accident with Uninsured Motorist coverage
Uninsured Motorist Coverage Protects Against Hit-and-Run Accidents. The other day, I spoke with a potential new client who was upset and worried. She had been hit by a semi-truck on the freeway. Instead of stopping to check on this client and to exchange insurance...

How Does Uninsured Motorist Coverage Impact Car Accidents?
What Effect Does Uninsured Motorist Coverage Have On Vehicle Crashes? Since California drivers are required to carry automobile insurance, do you really need Uninsured Motorist coverage? YES. Why? Imagine that it’s a beautiful summer day. It’s a Sunday and you are...

How to Properly Handle Car Accidents Involving Red Light Collisions
What steps should be taken in the event of an accident caused by a driver who ran a red light? According to statistics gathered by U.S. Department of Transportation Highway Association, there was a total of 37,133 fatalities resulting from car accidents in 2017....

Most Common Injuries Suffered in Car Accidents
These are the most common injuries sustained in automobile collisions. Based on research gathered by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), an estimated 2.24 million people were injured in car accidents in 2020. Injuries vary from accident to...

What Steps Should You Take To Recover After A Car Accident?
What are some things you can do to help yourself recover from a car crash? An accident is not an everyday event. Accordingly, a great number of people involved in accidents do not know what to do, which is why we are providing the following guideline to use as...

Inadequate insurance is a serious concern in California
A major problem in California is a lack of adequate insurance coverage. Motor vehicle insurance provides you with protection and peace of mind so that you don't have to perseverate about the risks involved with driving. After all, you could cause massive damage to...

Watch for signs of shock after a car accident
Following an accident, it is critical to look for signs of shock. Even though vehicle safety has advanced considerably in recent decades, car accidents continue to kill an alarming number of Americans every single year. In fact, according to the National Highway...