On average, in California, nearly 200,000 vehicles are stolen each year. Generally, a real vehicle owner would not be liable when their vehicle is stolen and used in some other negligent or intentional act that harms people or property. To be responsible for someone else’s actions with your motor vehicle, you must have caused the […]
Stolen Car Crashes in California: Who’s Liable for Damages? Read More »
This week’s question comes from Corinne in Daly City, CA, who asks: Driving around, I see more and more drivers using their cellphones, eating, looking away from the wheel, and engaging in other types of distractions. All in broad daylight. I know that it is illegal to be on the cell phone while driving, but
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Written By Megan Irish and Christopher B. Dolan If you ever witness a car accident, your immediate response can make a huge difference. Prioritize safety, stay calm and follow these steps: First, make sure you are safe to stop at the scene of a collision. If it is not safe, you can call 911 and report the crash
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Written By Chris Dolan and Phil Johnson This week’s question comes from Damon from San Francisco, CA who asks: My kids are back in school, and I’m sure many parents around California are rejoicing. The exciting days of keeping your child entertained and occupied all summer are gone. But also means school buses are back
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I was at a complete stop at a red traffic light at the intersection of Market Street and 6th Street, when suddenly and without a warning, the vehicle directly in front of me reversed straight into my vehicle when the light turned green. The forceful impact caused me to crash into the vehicle behind me,
Is This Your First Car Accident? Here’s What You Need To Know Read More »
Written By Chris Dolan and Kim Levy What insurance options exist for medical coverage for a hit-and-run or an accident involving an uninsured driver, particularly for pedestrians or car passengers? Is it enough to have health insurance? – Paula from San Francisco, CA Dear Paula, California law requires motor vehicle drivers to carry a minimum
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Written By Chris Dolan and Jeremy Jessup Drunk driving remains a significant problem throughout the country, and certain days are more dangerous on the roads than others. Alcohol-related crashes are responsible for 30% of all U.S. traffic deaths, and in 2020, the most recent year data is available, was responsible for killing more than 11,000 people on the
Deadliest Days and Holidays for Drunk Driving in California Read More »
Written By Chris Dolan and Phil Johnson Motor vehicle accidents are dangerous, but not all crashes are suffered equally. Motorcyclists are 24 times more likely to die in a crash than those inside a motor vehicle, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Indeed, while motorcyclists make up only 3.5 percent of all registered
What Makes Motorcycle Accidents Different from Car Accidents? Read More »
Written By: Chris Dolan and Monica La According to the California DMV, most drivers, no matter how carefully they drive, will be involved in at least one vehicle collision during their lifetime, and one person in three will be injured or killed. Some of the common causes of vehicle collisions are: California is an at-fault
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