California is home to some of the most scenic routes and highways in the country. However, the state’s extensive highway system has also been the site of many fatal accidents. According to ConsumerAffair’s analysis of the data from the National Highway Traffic Safety...
Who can file a wrongful death claim after a fatal motorcycle accident?
Losing a loved one to a motorcycle accident can bring overwhelming grief, especially if it was because of someone else's negligence. It can even be more devastating if your loved one was a partner or a parent who provided for your family. How will you cope with the...
Understanding available compensation in fatal car accident cases
More and more people are getting tragically killed in car accidents. They leave behind families and loved ones waiting for them to come home, and that time just never comes. There's so much pain and distress in fatal car accident cases. Nothing can ever truly cover...
Who can you sue in a motor vehicle wrongful death case?
Losing someone you love in a motor vehicle accident is incredibly hard, both emotionally and financially. It's a time filled with grief and uncertainty. While it might seem like the driver at fault is the only one responsible, other parties could be involved, too....
Essential evidence to collect in fatal road accident cases
A fatal motor vehicle accident can be devastating for the families and loved ones left behind. As they navigate the legal landscape, it is vital to know the importance of evidence in building a wrongful death claim. If you have lost a loved one in a fatal road...
The liability of trucking companies in fatal semi-truck accidents
Tragic semi-truck accidents claim thousands of lives every year. When these accidents occur, it is essential to hold accountable those responsible for the devastating consequences. Trucking companies play a critical role in ensuring the safety of their drivers and the...
Reasons truck accidents have a higher possibility of fatality
Motor vehicle accidents are a major cause of fatalities on our roads, with truck accidents posing an even higher risk due to several factors. According to the National Safety Council, 7% of accidents involving large trucks resulted in fatalities in 2022. Trucks are...
The frequency and devastation caused by hazmat trucking accidents
You may recall reading news stories of trains derailing throughout the United States. However, there has also been troubling recent data concerning commercial trucks transporting hazardous chemicals throughout the United States, including California. The alarming rise...
2021 was a deadly year for drivers
No year passes without California logging traffic accidents. Tragically, some accidents result in fatalities. With such a massively populated state that sees millions of commuters traveling every day, accidents happen. Accident figures from 2021 prove alarming, as the...
Older drivers are linked to fatal car crashes
Although statistics show that teen drivers cause the most car accidents, older people are also to blame for many fatal crashes. People over the ages of 65 tend to struggle with driving in the same ways as very young people. There are a number of reasons why so many...