The AK Blog by Arash Law - California Injury Attorneys - Page 1

TL;DR: Yes, you can sue for a car accident in California without a lawyer for property damage or injury claims under the $12,500 Small Claims limit. But comparative negligence rules and the 2-year statute of limitations can cut your payout or leave you paying medical bills and lost wages yourself. For more complex cases, consider legal repre...

TL;DR: Wrongful death in California is a death caused by another party’s negligence, recklessness, or wrongful act. Families usually have 2 years to file a lawsuit against a private party. If a government entity is involved, it usually requires filing a written administrative claim within six months, followed by a separate deadline to file a...

TL;DR: In a sun glare accident, a blinded driver may be liable if they failed to respond reasonably to limited visibility and that failure caused the crash. California law requires drivers to slow down or stop when visibility drops. Injured drivers, pedestrians, and cyclists generally have 2 years to file a lawsuit against the at-fault party...

TL;DR: After a fender bender in California, stop, check for injuries, turn on your hazard lights, and move to safety when possible. Document the scene with photos, collect witness information, call the police when necessary, exchange driver information, and seek medical care if you have pain or other symptoms. Soft tissue injuries like whipl...

TL;DR: Pedestrians can reduce the risk of being hit by using crosswalks, obeying signals, staying visible, and watching for turning vehicles. If a crash occurs, fault may be shared between the driver and pedestrian, which can reduce compensation. Evidence can disappear quickly, and filing deadlines may affect the right to seek compensation.<...