California’s busy freeways—especially I-5, I-405, and Highway 101—are notorious for multi-vehicle pileups. Morning fog in the Central Valley, sudden brake lights near Los Angeles interchanges, or a single distracted driver can trigger a cascade of impacts involving dozens of cars within seconds. These chain reaction crashes may leave multiple people with serious injuries. If you're critically hurt after a California chain reaction crash, finding the right laywer is essential for protecting your legal rights. These “chain-reaction crashes” leave victims facing serious injuries, skyrocketing medical bills, and one big question: Who is financially responsible? Below, we explain how liability is determined, what evidence is critical, and why [...]

Motorcycle accidents in California are unfortunately common, especially in high-traffic areas like Los Angeles, Ventura, Thousand Oaks, and the San Fernando Valley. If you’ve just been involved in a motorcycle crash, it’s normal to feel shaken and unsure of what to do next. However, the steps you take in the moments and days after the accident can significantly impact your health, safety, and your ability to recover financial compensation. At Vititoe Law Group, we’ve represented injured motorcyclists throughout Southern California and understand the challenges riders face—from serious injuries to fighting for fair insurance settlements. This guide outlines exactly what to do after a motorcycle accident to [...]

California drivers are responsible for carrying legal minimums of insurance on their vehicles. Unfortunately, not everyone follows this law. If you’re injured in an accident with an uninsured driver, you may feel your options are limited, but contacting a California personal injury lawyer right away is crucial. One of the most challenging aspects of being in an accident with an uninsured driver is that their lack of insurance often signals they may not have enough assets to make pursuing a lawsuit worthwhile. However, this is where hiring the right personal injury attorney can be extremely important for pursuing your case. Understanding Uninsured Motorist Coverage One of the [...]

Pedestrian accidents are all too common throughout California, and you may find yourself suffering the devastating consequences and needing to recover. The support of a qualified California personal injury attorney may be essential to crafting your case and ensuring that you have the best possible position to recover maximum compensation. Sadly, pedestrians are some of the most vulnerable users of the road. Without the protections afforded by cars, such as the exterior of the vehicle, airbags, and seatbelts, pedestrians have the potential to suffer catastrophic or even fatal injuries. When vehicles and pedestrians collide, the results can be disastrous, and many cities throughout California are home [...]

You might assume that low-speed collisions cause minimal damage and don't lead to many devastating injuries, but it can be a mistake to overlook the potential impact of a low-speed collision, especially if it is a rear-end accident. These accidents, often referred to as fender benders, are among the most common types of collisions not just in California, but across the country. Typically, these low-speed accidents may occur at below 10 miles per hour and may be dismissed by insurance companies or other drivers as inconsequential or minor. The vehicles might only sustain minimal visible damage, but the occupants may suffer long-term consequences. If you believe [...]

Being hurt in a serious accident can turn your world upside down. If you're working with a California lawyer to get to a personal injury settlement, you may be curious about how this impacts your current plans to get medical care. As an injured victim, you need to continue with your medical care to ensure you get proper treatment. Following up with all medical appointments also shows that you've done everything you can to heal, and this may help support your arguments when going into a personal injury settlement or a trial. But it can be nerve-wracking to keep going to the doctor, attending physical therapy, [...]