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02Aug 2022 by Pat Geddie

Two Insurance Tactics to Watch Out for after a Car Crash

If you’ve been injured in a car accident that was caused by another driver’s negligence, you’ll look to the at-fault driver’s insurance provider to cover your losses, but it’s generally not quite that simple. Insurance companies are big businesses that are in the habit of turning big profits, and you should be aware of the following tactics that are designed to help keep settlements low. If this is the challenging situation you find yourself in, protect your legal rights by consulting with an experienced Beverly Hills car accident attorney early in the process. Making a Statement The insurance company handling your claim may pressure, cajole, or sweet talk you into making a statement soon after the accident. The fact is, however, that – after being injured by another driver’s negligence…

02Aug 2022 by Pat Geddie

Injured by a Negligent Truck Driver? Take These Steps

Truck Accident

You probably don’t need to be told that truck accidents are the deadliest accidents out there. The sheer size of these massive vehicles also helps to ensure that the occupants of the other vehicles involved are far more likely to be injured in the course of truck accidents (according to the National Safety Council – NSC). In fact, the occupants of passenger vehicles make up a full 71 percent of those who lose their lives in truck accidents. If you’re injured by a truck driver’s negligence, one of the first steps you should take is consulting with an experienced Beverly Hills Truck Accident Lawyer. Protect Yourself and Your Claim Although no two truck accident claims are ever exactly alike, the steps truck accident victims like you should take to protect…

02Aug 2022 by Pat Geddie

California Has Some of the Most Dangerous Highways in the Nation

Auto Accident

According to The Zebra (culled from data out of the U.S. Department of Transportation, NHTSA, and the Fatality Analysis Reporting System – FARS), California is home to some of the most dangerous roadways in the nation. If another driver’s negligence leaves you injured, seek the legal guidance of an experienced Beverly Hills Car Accident Lawyers. The I-5 The I-5, which runs through several major counties in California (including Los Angeles) ranks third in terms of the most-dangerous roadways in the United States. Because it’s also a major truck route, it sees more than its fair share of deadly truck accidents. Sections of the Top 3 Deadliest Roadways California is the only state in the country to contain sections of three of the most dangerous roads, including: I-5, which – in…

02Aug 2022 by Pat Geddie

Motorists Owe Motorcyclists Space on the Road

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When you are on your bike, you’re well aware of the risks you face. Unfortunately, however, far too many motorists fail to accommodate the safe passage of motorcyclists in their midst, and often, this takes the form of not allowing them the space they need. If the negligence of someone behind the wheel of a car causes you to be injured on your bike, you need the professional legal counsel of an experienced Beverly Hills motorcycle accident attorney. Motorcycle Accidents The Insurance Information Institute (III) reports that motorcyclists are almost 29 times more likely to be killed in traffic accidents (per vehicle mile traveled) than occupants of cars are. In other words, understanding the risk involved when you’re on your bike is paramount. Distance Requirements There are several primary reasons…

02Aug 2022 by Pat Geddie

Spotting Distracted Drivers on the Road

Auto Accident

You recognize that distracted drivers are some of the most dangerous motorists out there, but you may not realize that there are some tell-tale signs of distracted driving that you should be on the lookout for. If you’ve been injured by another driver’s distraction – or any other form of negligence – don’t wait to speak with an experienced Beverly Hills car accident attorney. The Most Dangerous Distraction The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) shares that texting (and other forms of smartphone usage) is the most dangerous distraction – killing 3,142 people in 2020 alone. The Signs of Driver Distraction The most common signs that the driver near you on the road is texting or is otherwise distracted include: Lane Drift – Even if the roadway is straight as…

02Aug 2022 by Pat Geddie

Tesla Recalls Highlight the Risk of Self-Driving Vehicles

Auto Accident

While Tesla is relatively new to the car game, it’s seen its share of recalls. In fact, Barron’s reports that Tesla has already recalled nearly 1.5 million vehicles in 2022, which is about four times more cars than the company delivered in the United States in 2021. If nothing else, the numbers are concerning and may point to trouble with the concept of self-driving vehicles, which Tesla has been pushing (to considerable fanfare). If another driver’s negligence leaves you injured in any kind of car accident, don’t put off discussing your claim with an experienced Beverly Hills car accident attorney. Tesla’s Self-Driving Software One of Tesla’s most recent recalls may be one of the most relevant in terms of self-driving technology. In February 2022, Tesla recalled 53,822 electric cars based…

02Aug 2022 by Pat Geddie

The Three Major Causes of Car Accidents in California

Auto Accident

There is no shortage of car accidents in California, and like the rest of the country, there are three primary forms of driver negligence that tend to be the cause. If another driver’s negligence leaves you or someone you care about injured, you need an experienced Beverly Hills car accident lawyer in your corner. Excess Speed The following two statistics reported by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) make it clear how dangerous speeding is: 11,258 people lost their lives in traffic accidents caused by excess speed in 2020 alone. Excess speed has played a primary role in about a third of all fatal traffic accidents over the last two decades. There is no denying that, when it comes to car accidents, speed kills. Distraction When motorists don’t pay…

02Aug 2022 by Pat Geddie

Lane Change Accidents Are as Common as They Are Dangerous

Auto Accident

Car accidents that are caused by unsafe lane changes are far more common than you may realize, and they are also exceptionally dangerous. You’re always at greater risk when you leave your lane of traffic, which makes focusing on safety every time you change lanes critical. If a driver’s negligence during a lane change – or any other time – leaves you injured, reaching out for the legal guidance of an experienced Beverly Hills car accident attorney is well advised. The Statistics A 2020 article published by ScienceDirect shares the following important statistics regarding lane change accidents: The primary cause of sudden – or otherwise unsafe – lane changes is driver distraction (and smartphone usage is the primary distraction identified).Motorists who engage in sudden lane changes are 2.53 times more…

05Jul 2022 by Pat Geddie

Equipo de seguridad para motocicletas para el verano

Motorcycle Accident

Los veranos de California a menudo traen días excepcionalmente calurosos, y aunque Beverly Hills y las áreas circundantes ofrecen hermosos recorridos, el tráfico aumenta el riesgo de que ocurran accidentes de motocicleta, y tienden a ser bastante peligrosos. Si te estás preparando para un verano en bicicleta, hay algunas consideraciones importantes que debes tener en cuenta. Si usted o alguien a quien ama resulta lesionado en un accidente de motocicleta causado por la negligencia de otro conductor, lo mejor para usted es consultar con un abogado con experiencia en accidentes de motocicleta en Beverly Hills. Mantenerse seguro en tu bicicleta el estado de california Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) comparte lo que todo motociclista debe hacer para ayudar a protegerse de los peligros del camino, incluyendo: ● Use un casco…

05Jul 2022 by Pat Geddie

Quién puede ayudar después de un accidente de camión

Auto Accident

Los camiones son tan inmensamente pesados que los accidentes de camiones generalmente provocan lesiones muy graves. Si ha resultado lesionado por la negligencia de un conductor de camión, obtener una compensación justa es primordial, pero es posible que no sepa a dónde acudir para obtener la ayuda que necesita. Aunque no hay dos accidentes de camiones exactamente iguales, los importantes pasos a seguir no varían. Busque la atención médica que necesita El Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) informa que la cantidad de accidentes de camiones que causaron lesiones aumentó en un 6 por ciento de 2018 a 2019. Con estos accidentes que amenazan la vida en aumento, es importante saber qué hacer si es víctima de un accidente de camión, y la primera paso en el proceso es buscar…

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Two Insurance Tactics to Watch Out for after a Car Crash

Injured by a Negligent Truck Driver? Take These Steps

California Has Some of the Most Dangerous Highways in the Nation

Motorists Owe Motorcyclists Space on the Road

Spotting Distracted Drivers on the Road

Tesla Recalls Highlight the Risk of Self-Driving Vehicles

The Three Major Causes of Car Accidents in California

Lane Change Accidents Are as Common as They Are Dangerous

Equipo de seguridad para motocicletas para el verano

Quién puede ayudar después de un accidente de camión

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