29Jun 2022 by Pat Geddie
Injuries to Passengers in Car Crashes

Injuries to Passengers in Car Crashes

Auto Accident
Car accidents not only put drivers at risk – but car passengers are also exceptionally vulnerable to the impact of car crashes. If you were injured as a passenger in a car accident, the path forward is likely to be challenging, and consulting with an experienced car accident attorney in Beverly Hills is in your best interest. If You Were a Passenger  Passengers very rarely bear any fault in car accidents, which means that you – as an injured passenger – can seek compensation for the physical, financial, and emotional losses you suffered as a result of the at-fault driver’s negligence. This is true if the negligent driver was at the wheel of the car you were in or at the wheel of the other vehicle. Your Level of Risk…
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29Jun 2022 by Pat Geddie
Unqualified Truck Drivers

Unqualified Truck Drivers

Truck Accident
Maneuvering a massive 18-wheeler safely through traffic is a challenging task that requires considerable skill and experience – in addition to a commercial driver’s license. When the trucker behind the wheel of that semi beside you on the road lacks the appropriate qualifications, it makes the roadway more dangerous for you and for everyone else on it. If an unqualified truck driver leaves you injured in a truck accident, the matter is too serious not to consult with an experienced Beverly Hills truck accident attorney as soon as you’re able to do so. A Note about Trucking Companies  Truck drivers are professional drivers who are responsible for ably handling their rigs, following the rules of the road, and adhering to the strict rules and restrictions that are in place for…
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29Jun 2022 by Pat Geddie
Who Can Help after a Truck Crash?

Who Can Help after a Truck Crash?

Truck Accident
Trucks are so immensely heavy that truck accidents generally lead to very serious injuries. If you’ve been injured by a truck driver’s negligence, obtaining just compensation is paramount, but you may not know where to turn for the help you need. Although no two truck accidents are ever exactly the same, the important steps forward do not vary. Seek the Medical Attention You Need  The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) reports that the number of injury-causing truck accidents rose by 6 percent from 2018 to 2019. With these life-threatening accidents on the rise, it’s important to know what to do if you’re the victim of a truck accident, and the first step in the process is seeking the medical attention that you require as soon after the accident as…
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29Jun 2022 by Pat Geddie
Drunk Drivers Cause Injuries in Beverly Hills

Drunk Drivers Cause Injuries in Beverly Hills

Personal Injury
It likely comes as no surprise that drunk drivers are exceptionally dangerous drivers who cause some of the deadliest accidents on our roadways. Beverly Hills is known for its fabulous restaurants and nightlife, which lends itself to increased drunk driving rates. If you or someone you care about has been injured by a drunk driver, an experienced Beverly Hills car accident attorney can help. The Stats The California Office of Traffic Safety shares that there were 1,066 alcohol-related traffic fatalities in 2019 alone. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) further reports the following alcohol-related statistics: Every day in the United States, about 32 people lose their lives to drunk drivers.In 2020, there was an immense increase of 14 percent in the number of drunk driving fatalities (over 2019). In…
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03May 2022 by Pat Geddie
The Top Cause of Rear-End Crashes

The Top Cause of Rear-End Crashes

Auto Accident
Being hit in the rear of your vehicle when you are safely coming to a stop can be especially frustrating, as you could do nothing to stop the accident. If you suffer injuries in a rear-end crash, a Beverly Hills accident attorney from Jalilvand Law can help you gather evidence to determine which parties are responsible for your accident and collect the full compensation you deserve. Identifying liability requires knowing what caused the crash, and the primary cause of rear-end collisions today is distracted driving. Distracted Driving Causes Many Rear-End Collisions The most common cause of rear-end accidents on the roads of California is distracted driving, which involves doing anything that takes your attention off of the road while driving. Distracted driving includes texting or talking on a cell phone…
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03May 2022 by Pat Geddie
Liability for Uber Accidents

Liability for Uber Accidents

Auto Accident
Uber accident claims are somewhat unique in that the source of the income coverage depends upon where the Uber driver is in the Uber process. The bottom line, however, is that you’ve been injured by another driver’s negligence, which makes obtaining just compensation paramount, and an experienced Beverly Hills Uber accident attorney can help. On the Uber App If the driver who leaves you injured is on the Uber app at the time of the accident, there are two stages of coverage, including: If the driver is on the Uber app and either has an Uber passenger or is on the way to pick up an Uber passenger at the time of the accident, your claim will be filed with Uber’s comprehensive policy.If the driver is on the Uber app…
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03May 2022 by Pat Geddie
Were You in a Taxi Accident?

Were You in a Taxi Accident?

Auto Accident
If a taxi driver leaves you injured, you may be utterly confused about how to obtain just compensation for the losses you’ve suffered. The bottom line is that taxi accident claims proceed like other car accident claims except that they are generally filed with the taxi company’s coverage, which is likely to be more robust than the driver’s personal coverage. If the driver is self-employed, however, he or she is required to carry more comprehensive coverage as a taxi driver than he or she carries personally. An experienced Beverly Hills accident attorney can help you get to the bottom of the matter. Your Losses One of the most important elements of your taxi accident claim is ensuring that your complete physical, financial, and emotional losses are well represented. Such losses…
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03May 2022 by Pat Geddie
Rental Car Crashes are Complicated

Rental Car Crashes are Complicated

Auto Accident
If another driver’s negligence leaves you injured, it’s a complicated matter, but if the driver was behind the wheel of a rental, it can make things more challenging still. The fact of the rental car is that more than one insurance policy may be involved, and determining which policy covers what is often tricky. If you or someone you love has been injured in a rental car accident, don’t delay consulting with an experienced Beverly Hills rental car accident lawyer. Understanding Insurance Coverage If the driver who leaves you injured is behind the wheel of a rental car, it’s important to understand the insurance coverage that may be involved in handling your claim. Consider the following: The driver’s personal car insurance will be responsible for covering whatever the additional policies…
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03May 2022 by Pat Geddie
Causes of Bus Collisions

Causes of Bus Collisions

Bus Accident
Buses get large numbers of people where they need to be in the Beverly Hills area, and the convenience factor is significant for many without other forms of transportation. The immense size of buses – and the fact that they do carry large numbers of passengers – however, make bus accidents much more dangerous than many other vehicle crashes. If you or someone you care about has been injured in a bus accident, you shouldn’t wait to consult with an experienced Beverly Hills bus accident attorney. Why Bus Accidents Might Happen When you’re on a bus, you can leave all the responsibilities and challenges of driving to the professional bus driver, but if that driver doesn’t take safety seriously enough, it puts you and a lot of other people at…
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03May 2022 by Pat Geddie
Risks of Boat Accidents

Risks of Boat Accidents

Boat Accident
Boat accidents are basically traffic accidents that occur on the water, and in the process, there are some additional dangers thrown in. If someone else’s negligence causes you to be injured in a boat accident, an experienced Beverly Hills boat accident attorney is on your side and well prepared to help. The Additional Risk Factors When you are on a boat, the last thing you want to do is worry about the danger involved, but the truth is that there are considerable risk factors – in addition to all the risks normally associated with traffic accidents. Consider the following: Boats generally don’t have the safety restraints that other motor vehicles do, including seat belts and airbags for every passenger.When you are on a boat, you likely have no idea how…
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