Usually, the driver is liable for a rideshare accident if they cause a crash while looking for passengers. Additionally, victims may file a compensation claim against the rideshare company depending on the circumstances if the driver was on duty during the collision. Suppose you are involved in a rideshare accident in California. In that case, …
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Who is Liable in a California Road Rage Car Accident?
When a driver intentionally drives dangerously, causing a road rage car accident, that driver should be liable for the damages of the crash. This is because all road users have the responsibility to act reasonably to ensure safety. Failure to do this constitutes negligent driving. Several factors may affect liability in a road rage car …
Liability in Crashes Involving Failure to Use Signal Turns
In accidents involving failure to use signal turns, the driver who did not signal might be liable for the damages of the crash. However, there are cases where other parties may be at fault for the collision, depending on specific circumstances. In this article, you will understand how failure to use signal turns affects liability …
7 Ways Your Insurance Company Might Be Reducing Your Car Accident Settlement
People acquire insurance policies to protect themselves from financial responsibilities in case of a crash. While it is true that insurance providers pay for the damage expenses of an accident depending on specific circumstances, they often employ several tactics to reduce your car accident settlement. When dealing with car accident settlements from insurance companies, you …
Can an Overtaking Car Make a Driver Liable for a California Car Crash?
When a car overtakes another and causes a crash, the driver may be liable for the damages. However, this is only true if the accident results from their negligent actions. Otherwise, other parties involved in the collision may be responsible for the damages. Suppose you are involved in a California car crash involving an overtaking …
Phone Use at Red Lights: What the Law Says and Its Implications for California Car Crashes
In California, a cell phone or other electronic device may only be used if it is out of the driver’s hand. How about when stopped in a red light? As per authorities, a car is being operated even when stopped at a red light, making it illegal to use phones in such a case. With …
Buena Park Car Crash Involving 6 Vehicles Hospitalized Three
Buena Park Car Crash Involving 6 Vehicles Caused Injuries to Three People Orange County, CA (June 25, 2024) – A Buena Park car crash at the intersection of Beach Boulevard and Orangethorpe Avenue involving six vehicles sent three people to the hospital. According to CBSNews, the collision occurred at about 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday. A …
Otay Mesa Solo Crash on SR-905 Killed One Passenger
An Otay Mesa Solo Crash on SR-905 Caused Fatal Injuries to One Passenger Otay Mesa, CA (June 24, 2024) – An Otay Mesa solo crash on SR-905 near Heritage Road killed a 19-year-old passenger after their vehicle overturned. The driver also incurred injuries from the crash. According to ABC10 News San Diego, the accident occurred …
Los Angeles Crash Near LAX Killed Two and Injured Two Others
A Los Angeles Crash near LAX Killed Bryan Bolaños and Carlos Sicairos, Injured Two Others Los Angeles, CA (June 23, 2024) – A Los Angeles crash in El Segundo near Los Angeles International Airport killed Bryan Bolaños (19) and Carlos Sicairos (18). Two other individuals also sustained injuries in the collision. According to ABC7, the …
Am I Liable for a Crash for Running a Yellow Light?
You typically have the right of way if you have a yellow light signal. So, in a California crash, if going during a yellow light does not contribute to the collision, you are not liable for the damages. However, if you proceed and the light turns red, the liability may shift to you. In this …
Woodland Hills Car Crash Killed One Individual
Woodland Hills Car Crash Caused Fatal Injuries to One Person Los Angeles, CA (June 19, 2024) – A Woodland Hills car crash on the 101 Freeway involving two vehicles killed one individual. According to CBS, the crash occurred just before 4:00 a.m. on Wednesday. A Woodland Hills car crash on the 101 Freeway near the …
Modesto Solo Crash Killed Two Men, Victims Now Identified
A Modesto Solo Crash Killed Pedro Rivera Ruiz and Nathaniel Perez Modesto, CA (June 17 2024) – A Modesto solo crash at the intersection of South Carpenter and West Hatch roads killed Pedro Rivera Ruiz (19) and Nathaniel Perez (20), both of Modesto. According to Modesto Bee, the accident occurred before 1:30 a.m. on Sunday. …
Is Eating While Driving Considered Negligence in California?
Eating while driving makes a driver lose its attention to the road, endangering the lives of all road users. Hence, it is considered negligence in California and must be avoided to prevent car accidents. If a driver who eats while driving hits you, this article will help you understand negligence in such an instance and …
Fremont Car Crash Killed 56-Year-Old Newark Man
Fremont Car Crash Left 56-Year-Old Newark Man Fatal Fremont, CA (June 13, 2024) – A Fremont car crash on the northbound lanes of Interstate 880 near Fremont Boulevard South off-ramp killed a 56-year-old Newark man. According to NBC, the collision occurred at about 10:20 p.m. on Wednesday. A Fremont car crash on the northbound lanes …
Calaveras County Crash Injured Four Individuals
Calaveras County Crash Caused Injuries to Four People Calaveras County, CA (June 11, 2024) – A Calaveras County crash along Paloma Road near Mokelumne Hill left four people injured. According to ABC10, the collision occurred around 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday. A Calaveras County crash along Paloma Road near Mokelumne Hill left four people, including two …
Marisa Franco Died in Lancaster Hit-and-Run
Marisa Franco Died at the Scene of a Lancaster Hit-and-Run, Police Looking for the Driver Lancaster, CA (June 11, 2024) – Marisa Franco (35) died in a Lancaster hit-and-run on East Avenue J east of 255th Street East after a fleeing driver hit a vehicle. According to MSN, the police received reports about the crash …
Highway 113 Crash in Sutter County Killed 19-Year-Old Driver
Highway 113 Crash in Sutter County Left 19-Year-Old Marysville Resident Fatal Sutter County, CA (June 10, 2024) – A Highway 113 crash south of Leisure Road in Sutter County killed a 19-year-old driver from Marysville. According to ActionNewsNow the crash occurred at about 6:40 p.m. on June 9. A Highway 113 crash south of Leisure …
Turlock DUI Crash Killed Two Individuals
Turlock DUI Crash Left Two People With Fatal Injuries Modesto, CA (June 9, 2024) – A Turlock DUI crash on Geer Road, south of E. Grayson Road fatally injured two drivers after they collided head-on. According to CBS, the crash occurred around 4:00 p.m. on Saturday. A Turlock DUI crash on Geer Road, south of …
How Can Damage Location Establish Car Accident Liability?
In an auto crash, you have the right to compensation if the accident results from another driver’s negligence. However, you can only receive a settlement if you have evidence to prove the other party’s fault. When determining car accident liability, one way to do this is by examining the location and extent of the damages …
How to Handle Police Questions in a California Car Accident
In a California car accident, involved individuals must notify the authorities immediately, mainly if it results in injuries or death. While responding officers can help prove an accident claim with a police report, what you say and how you handle the police questions significantly impact the result of such a document. In this article, you …
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