If you are hurt in the state of California as a result of another party's negligence, you might have heard of the phrase "standard of care." It is a term that people should be familiar with because it refers to the responsibility that individuals have to their fellow...
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Month: January 2019
What happens if you’re injured in a Lyft or Uber?
Ride-hailing is becoming the most popular way to get around Oakland and the Bay Area in general. It’s faster than public transportation and much cheaper than taxis.Unfortunately, with the increased number of rides we take from Uber or Lyft, the chances of an...
When should I change the tires on my vehicle?
California motorists hoping to avoid a nasty accident on the road should look down to the tires on their vehicles as a way to help prevent problems while driving. Whether you are a commercial truck driver, deliverining freight or taking passengers to destinations, or...
How much is a commercial vehicle accident settlement?
It would be difficult to determine exactly how much you might receive in the form of a truck accident settlement in California. You could find figures, but average settlement numbers are often useless at best and misleading at worst. The fact is that your settlement...
New Jersey rail employee case may have California implications
A New Jersey rail worker’s claim for benefits has been reinstated by an appeals court, allowing the case to proceed. The result may have implications for California rail workers.At issue is a rail employee who fainted from overexposure to diesel and exhaust...
Can excessive stimulus tire out a truck driver?
Long drives can be a problem for most California drivers, but especially for truckers. According to Trucks.com, large truck collisions cause over 4,000 fatalities a year. If a truck driver is exhausted and not alert, the amount of damage a truck driver can cause could...