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Category Archives: Car Accident
Traffic Fatalities in Oakland, CA
According to the Oakland Department of Transportation, the number of fatal car crashes across the country reached a 16-year high in 2021 with 42,915 people killed in traffic accidents. That was a 10.5% increase from 2020. It is likely that the pandemic had something to do with the spike in traffic accidents. The most… Read More »
Risks of Keeping Insurance Out of a California Car Accident
Car accidents are a frequent occurrence in California, which is why officials enacted mandatory insurance laws to protect victims who are injured by negligent drivers. The California Department of Motor Vehicles (CA DMV) requires motorists to carry an insurance policy that pays $15,000 for injuries or death to one person, and $30,000 when there… Read More »
Self-Driving Taxi Collides with Fire Truck in San Francisco, Officials Investigating
California officials have ordered a popular self-driving taxi company to cut its fleet of vehicles in half in San Francisco, after another suspicious traffic crash raised concerns about the safety of automated vehicles. Local news source SFGATE reported on the incident, in which a Cruise driverless cab was struck by a San Francisco Fire… Read More »
California Car Accident Caught on Video After Tire Blowout
The video captured by a vehicle dash cam looks like something out of an action movie, but this tire blowout accident that launched a car several feet into the air actually happened in California. KTLA News Channel 5 covered the story, in which a tire malfunction occurred just as a pickup truck changed lanes…. Read More »
Factors to Consider Before Settling a California Car Accident Claim
You expect that the number of car accidents is high in the most populous US state, but the figures on California traffic crashes are still stunning. The California Highway Patrol (CHP) reports that there are almost 3,750 people killed in motor vehicle collisions annually, while another 269,000 individuals suffer injuries. Fortunately, victims and their… Read More »
4 Reasons To Get Immediate Medical Care After An Oakland Car Accident
Car accidents are a leading cause of fatalities and injuries in the US, and the risk of being involved in a collision around the Bay Area is high. According to the California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS), Alameda County ranks in the top half of all counties in the state for deadly and injury-causing… Read More »
What Are My Remedies When Injured As A Passenger In A California Auto Crash?
When thinking about the number of people injured in car accidents every year, you might overlook the fact that there are often other individuals in the vehicle besides the driver. A look at the statistics tells you that passengers are frequently affected. Data from the California Highway Patrol (CHP) reveals that there are almost… Read More »
What If The Other Driver Did Not Get Ticketed In A California DUI Car Accident?
Motorists are well-aware that every US state has enacted strict laws on driving under the influence of alcohol, and California’s include some of the harshest penalties. Under California’s drunk driving statute, a person faces up to 6 months jail and a maximum fine of $1,000 if convicted for a first-time offense. The punishment increases… Read More »
How Experts Support Your Rights In A California Car Accident Case
Evidence plays a critical role in a California car accident claim, both for proving fault of the other driver and establishing the losses you suffered as a result of being injured. It comes in many forms, both tangible and intangible, and can involve extremely complex, technical subject matter. To better understand and communicate these… Read More »
When Auto Insurance Is NOT Enough To Cover Car Accident Losses
The losses after a car accident can be devastating, which is why there are laws in every US state requiring motorists to carry auto insurance policies to cover the harm to victims. Under regulations established by the California Department of Motor Vehicles (CA DMV), drivers be in compliance with “financial responsibility” requirements, such as:… Read More »