Californians have long been accustomed to motorcyclists riding between lanes of traffic, bobbing and weaving through lines of cars, whether stopped or moving. The term used to describe this practice is “lane-splitting.” But did you know that until recently, lane-splitting was not explicitly allowed under California law? California is the only state that allows motorcycle […]
Car / Truck / Motorcycle / SUV Accidents
Faulty GM Switch Test Lawsuits Settled by GM
Automaker General Motors has settled the last of the test cases over its faulty ignition switches. More than 124 deaths and nearly 300 injuries have been linked to the defective switches, which can slip out of place, stalling major systems and causing a crash. GM received so many lawsuits over the faulty part that six […]
Are Personal Assistants Helping to Reduce Distracted Driving?
Do you think that using a personal assistant for your device helps you avoid the dangers of distracted driving? Many people do, but the truth is that even hands-free operation is not safe. If you’re skeptical, keep reading. Some vehicles come equipped with voice commands. Even when they do not, drivers often use personal […]
Can Your Car Insurer Deny Coverage for Your Failure to Cooperate after an Accident?
Have you ever heard of the “cooperation clause” in your car insurance contract? Most people haven’t, even those who have purchased car insurance for a number of years. The first time many people learn about it is after they have filed a claim, when the company alleges that the policyholder is not cooperating in getting […]
Can Not Wearing a Seat Belt Be Used against You in a Lawsuit?
Some people worry that they will not be able to sue someone else for crash-related injuries unless they were wearing their seat belts. Some states do prohibit this from happening. Fortunately, California is not one of them. Companies and people defending crash lawsuits often try to blame the injured person for his or her own […]
