Why do I need a police report (aka Uniform Crash Report)?
Car accidents happen all the time, so it’s best to be prepared should you ever become involved in one. For those involved in a traffic accident, some steps should be taken to make sure that you don’t make the situation worse. Remain calm. Assess the situation. Look for anybody who is injured. Call and wait…
read more
Who determines who was at fault in my auto accident?
Determining who is at fault in a car accident is especially important if you need your car repaired. The rules regarding fault differ according to each state. This is complicated by the fact that some states are “no-fault” while others are “fault” states. If the other driver is at fault and you reside in a…
read more
HOW LONG DO I HAVE TO FILE A LAWSUIT?
In the State of California, as in all the other states, civil lawsuits such as personal injury or property damage lawsuits must be filed within a legally-defined time period known as the Statute of Limitations. The Statute of Limitations can vary, depending on the type of lawsuit being filed and who is being sued. The…
read more
What should I do if I’m involved in a traffic accident?
Stay Calm and Wait For First Responders to Arrive on Scene If you are ever involved in a traffic accident or have been involved in an autmobile accident, then the first thing you want to do is stay calm and make sure you and the passengers in your vehicle are safe. If you feel that…
read more
I have been asked to release my medical records to the other driver’s insurance adjuster. Should I do this?
What You Should Know about Releasing Medical Records to the Other Driver’s Insurance Adjuste Once you set up a claim with the other driver’s insurance company, one of their adjusters will be assigned to your claim. Keep in mind that the insurance adjuster represents the insurance company, even when their insured driver is at-fault for…
read more