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What To Do in a Case of a Collision With a Self-Driving Car

Written By Chris Dolan and Breanna K. Martinez This week’s question comes from Mark from Walnut Creek, CA, who asks: If a self-driving car were to leave the scene of an accident, how would this be handled legally? Would it be considered a hit-and-run? If so, who would be held accountable?  Dear Mark, Self-driving cars …

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$4.4 Million Settlement in a Auto Accident from NorCal Super Lawyer Jeremy Jessup

Happy to announce a successful outcome for our client in an auto accident case. Jeremy Jessup and his San Francisco legal team worked diligently to represent our client rights. In 2023 and 2024, Super Lawyers recognized Jeremy as a Super Lawyer among Northern California attorneys. A Senior Trial Attorney and team leader at Dolan Law …

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Driving During an Atmospheric River Storm can be Dangerous

Written By Chris Dolan and Breanna Martinez As the heavy rain steadily falls upon California, drivers are understandably apprehensive about their safety in the flooding roads. The window of greatest danger while driving in the rain typically spans 10 to 20 minutes after the rainfall begins. The initial rain of the season does pose heightened …

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Winter Driving Tips in California Rain and Snow

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, the second greatest factor in causing collisions (2 percent) is environmental conditions such as rain, snow, etc.(The greatest factor, 94 percent, is human error.) What you describe is the phenomena known as “hydroplaning.” On wet or flooded pavement hydrodynamic pressure increases as the speed of the vehicle …

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Several New California Laws to Consider for 2024

Written By Chris Dolan and Megan Irish Dear Dolan Team, Happy New Year, 2024!  As we get into the new year, is there anything new we need to know about?  What can affect my day-to-day life in San Francisco and the greater bay area?  Are there important changes happening in California? – Always Curious in California Dear …

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You May be Responsible for Paying Expenses if an Uninsured or Underinsured Driver Injures You in an Accident

Written By Chris Dolan and Allison Stone This week’s question comes from Tanner C. from San Francisco, CA, who asks: I ride my bicycle around the city to get around. Some of my friends have told me to get UIM insurance. Can you tell me what it is and whether this extra insurance is worth it? Thanks …

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Why Is Driving Most Dangerous When the Rain Begins?

Written By Chris Dolan and Breanna Martinez This week’s question comes from Barbara from San Francisco, CA, who asks: Since we’ve been getting so much rain in the Bay Area, I am concerned about my and my community’s safety while navigating wet roads. I’ve always heard that driving is most dangerous when the rain first …

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What Happens After I Hire an Attorney For My Car Accident in 2024?

Written By Christopher Dolan and Allison Stone This week’s question comes from Anonymous who asks: What should I expect once I have hired an attorney after an accident?  Dear Anonymous,  Thank you for your question. After you are involved in an accident and hiring an attorney, there are still a lot of unknowns and questions. …

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