Category: Auto Accident

We all run late once in a while, and it can be easy to get impatient on the roads, especially if there is traffic. However, some people allow their emotions to take over while they are behind the wheel, and it can result in dangerous driving behaviors that put others at risk. Aggressive driving is dangerous, but even aggression can escalate into even more harmful behavior, which is referred to as road rage. Road rage is conduct that intentionally interferes with another person’s ability to drive safely, and it commonly causes crashes and injuries. The following are some examples of road raging behavior: Excessive speedingChasing down other carsMaking threats or displaying weaponsIntentionally bumping or hitting other vehiclesRunning cars off the roadCutting off drivers or slamming on brakesFollowing drivers off the…

The holidays are a time for celebration, but sometimes, the celebration of one person completely disrupts the holiday season for others. While impaired driving is strictly prohibited in California, many people continue to make this dangerous decision. This is especially true around the holidays, as drunk driving tends to increase significantly from Thanksgiving to New Year’s. Drunk drivers risk getting arrested and charged with a crime. However, many impaired drivers are not arrested until it is too late, and they already caused an accident and injuries. If you sustain injuries due to a drunk driver during the holidays in 2020, you need the help of a car accident lawyer in Beverly Hills as soon as possible. Holding Drunk Drivers Accountable After a crash, you should call 911, especially if there…

There is no doubt that a car accident can disrupt your life in many ways. You might be without your vehicle for some time, you might have unexpected financial obligations, and more. The disruptions can be especially serious if you suffered injuries in a crash. These injuries can impact your life in ways you might not foresee. Medical Treatment Many car accident injuries require immediate medical treatment, and depending on the nature of your injuries, your treatment might include: Ambulance transportationDiagnostic tests and triageSurgeryHospitalizationMedicationMedical equipmentRehabilitative therapySpecialist appointmentsHome health careOngoing follow-up care We know that medical care is expensive, and the bills from the above treatments can pile up very quickly. However, medical treatment is also time-consuming, especially if you must recover from surgical procedures or are admitted to the hospital.…

Some car accidents happen because a tire blows out or you hit a road hazard that was difficult to see. These can be beyond your control and are not the fault of any driver. However, many car accidents happen because another driver decides to violate a traffic law. The California Vehicle Code sets out many different regulations that all drivers are expected to follow as a condition of having a license. Unfortunately, we all know that drivers make mistakes or bad decisions that violate traffic laws and cause collisions. Some common violations that might lead to a car accident include: Exceeding the posted speed limitImproper passing, such as on the right side or in a no-passing zoneFollowing too closelyDisobeying traffic signals or walk signsFailing to yield to other traffic or…