Written By Chris Dolan and Megan Irish This week’s question comes from a San Francisco 49ers Football fan from Santa Clara, CA, who asks: My husband and I are ready to watch football. During this season we spend time with family and friends rooting for our NFL teams, our grandkids flag teams and our local […]
Football Players Are Not the Only Ones That Can Get Hurt Read More »
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
What Happens If I Don’t Stop For a School Bus? Read More »
Written by Chris Dolan As the baseball season kicks off, it is important for fans to stay vigilant during games. Distracted by cell phones, spectators risk serious injuries from foul balls, line drives, and broken bats. In the U.S., approximately 1,750 spectators are injured annually by baseballs. Despite extended safety netting by all MLB teams,
Who is Liable for Injuries at a Baseball Game? Read More »
This year, many people have been visiting the emergency room and being hospitalized due to dog bite injuries. Indeed, California is facing a very serious concern given the spike in dog bite and/or dog attack incidents. Regardless of the reason for the recent increase in dog bite incidents, it is important to know what to
Increased Visits To The ER For Dog Bites in 2024 – What To Do If This Happens To You Read More »
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 Alison Baird This week’s question comes from Geraldine in San Francisco, CA, who asks: Recently, a car struck me while crossing the street. I was not in the crosswalk. Luckily, I was ok, but I decided to call an ambulance due to a small cut on my head. I was
YOUR RIGHTS AS A PEDESTRIAN HIT BY A VEHICLE IN CALIFORNIA Read More »
Written By Chris Dolan and Kimberly Levy This week’s question comes from Anonymous from Southern California, who asks: Do police officers have liability for injuries caused during high speed chases? Dear Anonymous, It depends on the specific facts involved. There are several sections of the California Government Code as well as the California Vehicle Code that address these kinds
Injuries Caused By Police Pursuits in California 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
Hit & Run: How Does Uninsured/Underinsured and Med Pay Work Read More »
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 »
Learn More
Site Policies
© 2024 by Dolan Law Firm PC. Personal Injury Lawyers. All rights reserved.
