California Car Accident Laws You Should Know About
This article provides an overview of some important laws that motorist in California should know about.
What to do When You’re Involved in a Multi-Car Accident
A serious automobile accident can be detrimental for all those involved. Though most people like to think that they’re able to avoid these accidents, it should be noted that the average driver will still have to file an auto insurance claim once every 17.9 years. Though factors of insurance providers and who’s at fault can […]
How to Overcome Your Fear of Driving after an Auto Accident
Traumatic events often condition victims to avoid factors associated with that trauma. In many cases, the avoidance is irrational or impractical; some trauma victims subconsciously exaggerate the likelihood of a particular risk and avoid normally safe activities. In some cases, victims of automobile accidents who are seriously injured or who witness another person being seriously […]
Top 5 Injuries After a Car Accident
Anyone who has been in a car accident understands how traumatizing it can be. Even more troubling are the injuries and costs associated with the recovery process. Even the seemingly most minor injury can turn into a lifelong struggle to handle pain and the inconveniences associated with it. Below are some of the more common […]
Horrific Accident In Downtown L.A. Claims Life Of MTA Driver – Family Sues
The family of a longtime MTA driver killed when a tow truck plowed through a red light and into her bus is suing the estate of the other driver, the towing company and the bus manufacturer. The lawsuit filed this week in Los Angeles County Superior Court alleges the tow truck driver was negligent when […]
PERSONAL LIABILITY DURING ACCIDENTS
The burden of proof and determining the legal responsibility for an automobile accident, where multiple parties were involved and hurt, has always been a complicated process. It is easy to say that someone was at fault, but directing the blame legally is not as easy. Determining Legal Liabilities During Accidents: Most accidents can be traced […]
Charter Bus Overturns On 210 Freeway – Victims Suffer ‘Basic Blunt-Force Trauma Injuries’
Five passengers pulled from the tour bus that overturned Thursday morning on the 210 Freeway in Irwindale suffered “pretty basic blunt-force trauma injuries,” a hospital physician said.
Southern California Personal Injury Law Firm Urges Parents to Inform Teenage Drivers of Their Rights in an Accident
It’s back-to-school time in San Bernardino County, which means more at-risk teenage drivers on the road driving back and forth between school and sporting events. While expressing grave concern over the amount of teenage drivers involved in automobile accidents in the state, expert Southern California personal injury law firm, Harshbarger Law, would like to particularly […]
Product Liability Law In California
The product liability law has been put in place to hold responsible the manufacturer of products that malfunctioned and caused an accident or injury to the user. In U.S. the product liability law is different for every state. In every state, to achieve a successful claim one needs to prove variety of elements. The amount […]
The Truth Behind That ‘Hot Coffee’ Case
Most everyone knows that once upon a time, a lady got a large settlement from McDonald’s because they served her hot coffee. Product Liability 101: When a defective product injures you, you can hold the company responsible by suing them. In 1994, Stella Liebeck drew national attention and scorn when she sued McDonalds after sustaining […]