Category: Car Accidents – Page 2

Most California car accident claims come down to two questions: who was at fault, and how much of the loss can be recovered. California applies pure comparative negligence, adopted in Li v. Yellow Cab Co. (1975) 13 Cal.3d 804. Each party bears responsibility in proportion to their share of the blame, and an injured driver can still recover even when mostly at fault, with the award reduced accordingly. That makes the fault percentage the most valuable number in the case, and it is what insurers argue hardest about.Deadlines matter just as much. Code of Civil Procedure §335.1 gives most injury claims two years from the date of the crash, and claims against a public entity run on a far shorter government-claim timeline.The guides below cover how fault is determined after a collision, what to do in the hours afterward, how rear-end and head-on cases differ, what happens when the other driver is uninsured, and how settlement values are actually calculated. If you are already dealing with an adjuster, start with the article closest to your situation.

Minor Dog Bite in California: What to Do in the First 24 Hours

A dog nipped you. It broke the skin, but barely, and your instinct is to rinse it off and move on. That instinct is understandable — and it’s also why small dog bites sometimes become bigger problems days later. Here’s what to do, in order. “Minor” Is About the Surface, Not the Risk A superficial […]

What Determines the Value of a Traumatic Brain Injury Claim in California?

If you or someone you love is dealing with a traumatic brain injury (TBI) after a car accident, a fall, or another accident, you’ve probably searched for one thing: a number. What is this claim actually worth? It’s a fair question, and an urgent one when medical bills are piling up and you don’t know […]

Delayed Symptoms After a Car Accident: Why Feeling “Fine” Can Be Misleading

The crash is over in seconds. Then comes the checklist: pull over, check on the other driver, trade insurance information, take photos. Through it all, you feel okay. Shaken, maybe — but okay. Then you wake up the next morning and your neck won’t turn. Or a headache builds all week and won’t let go. […]

Injured by an Unlicensed Driver in California? Who’s at Fault and What It Means for Your Claim

Being unlicensed does not decide fault in California. Here is how liability is actually determined, who pays when there is no insurance, and what to do next.

Do You Need a Doctor’s Note After a Car Accident? What California Claimants Should Know

Whether a doctor’s note is required after a California car accident, what it actually proves, and how to document missed work and medical treatment.

You Witnessed a Car Accident — Here’s What to Do (and What You’re Not Obligated to Do)

What to do if you witnessed a car accident in California, what the law requires of bystanders, and how witness accounts affect an injury claim.

What to Do After a Hit-and-Run Accident in California

What to do after a hit-and-run in California, including reporting deadlines, uninsured motorist coverage, and how these cases get investigated.

Car Accident Lawyer in Visalia, CA

What to do after a car accident in Visalia, California’s filing deadlines, how comparative fault affects your recovery, and when to hire a Visalia car accident attorney.

Brain Injuries from Car Accidents: Symptoms You Should Never Ignore

You walked away from the accident. The airbags deployed, the paramedics checked you over, and you declined a trip to the hospital because you felt shaken but okay. Two weeks later, you can’t concentrate at work, you’re waking up at 3 a.m. with headaches that won’t quit, and your family is telling you that you […]

What Happens If the At-Fault Driver Is Uninsured in California?

You did everything right. You followed the rules of the road, you carried valid auto insurance, and then someone else’s negligence put you in the hospital. Now you’ve learned the driver who hit you has no insurance. It’s a situation that leaves many California accident victims feeling helpless, but you have more options than you […]