Leasing a car is a popular option for many consumers because it typically lowers your monthly payment amount and lets you drive a new car more frequently. People who lease should familiarize themselves with their lease agreement and insurance provisions in the event of a collision. What happens if you crash a leased car in California? The overall claims...
Continue ReadingGetting into an accident in any vehicle is stressful. However, things get even more complicated if you’re in a rental car accident. Even if you were partially or wholly at fault for the accident, you might not be on the hook for all of the damage to the car. Whether you’ll have to pay for the rental car damage...
Continue ReadingThe moments following an injury auto accident are stressful, and the last thing you’re likely thinking about in those moments is a potential accident injury claim. However, the steps you take in the aftermath of a crash can impact your potential injury claim and, therefore, significantly impact your future. One important step is identifying any eyewitnesses and getting their...
Continue ReadingWhen you present an auto accident claim to the at-fault driver’s insurance, your potential settlement might be limited by how much coverage the other driver has. An insured’s policy limits dictate how much the insurance company will pay for an accident. What happens if you have a serious accident with life-changing injuries? Understandably, victims want to know, How often...
Continue ReadingIf you’ve suffered injuries in a car accident due to another party’s negligence, you have the right to pursue compensation for your damages. Understandably, prospective clients want to know, How long does a settlement take for an auto accident in California? Unfortunately, there is no set amount of time. Every case differs, and your circumstances will determine how long...
Continue ReadingMany people envision California as a land of beaches, ball games, wine, and movie stars. Though that is not untrue, California’s number one industry is agriculture, followed by the film and tourism industries. Agriculture can quickly become relevant for those traveling outside of the bay area or the southern California coast, especially on rural roadways. The unpredictable threat of...
Continue ReadingIt’s crucial to seek medical attention after a car accident in California as soon as possible. Not only can prompt medical treatment help you recover more quickly and completely, but it can also be critical in documenting the injuries and damages you sustained in the accident. Many people might not understand that they need to visit a doctor immediately....
Continue ReadingCars, like everything else these days, are very expensive. As a result, only a few people have the cash to buy a car without financing or leasing it. Unfortunately, auto accidents occur irrespective of whether you still owe money on the vehicle. Even if your insurance company totals your car, you still have to pay your loan. Then you...
Continue ReadingAccording to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, the number of police-reported car accidents decreased by 22% from 2019 to 2020. Part of this decrease is a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, which significantly reduced vehicular travel in the United States for part of the year. Still, the United States recorded more than 5 million non-fatal car accidents, with...
Continue ReadingAccording to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), car accidents account for millions of injuries and thousands of deaths annually in the United States. In fact, there were more than 40,000 deaths and 2.1 million injuries in 2020 alone. Common injuries involve damage to a car accident victim’s head, neck, face, thorax, abdomen, upper limbs, and lower...
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