What to Do After a Hit and Run Accident

California law requires drivers to stop after being involved in an auto accident. Unfortunately, not all drivers obey the law. It’s routine to see drivers speed or engage in distracted behaviors, such as texting, eating, and more. Because there’s a plethora of distractions competing for our attention at all times, we take our focus off the road. Even when paying attention to the cars around us, it’s still possible to be surprised. For these and a variety of other reasons, hit and run accidents occur. So, it’s very important to know what to do after a hit and run (as well as what not to do.) [...]

By |2018-05-26T12:21:01-07:00November 15th, 2016|Car Accidents|Comments Off on What to Do After a Hit and Run Accident

Distracted Driving Accidents on Rise Due to Pokémon Go Players

Back in July of this year, a police body cam video went viral, showing three Baltimore MD police officers standing and having a conversation when an SUV suddenly slams into their parked patrol car. Moments later, the driver emerges from the SUV, which came to a halt hundreds of feet down the street, with phone in hand saying “That’s what I get for playing this dumb game.” It was not the game that was dumb. Fortunately, no one was injured. Many people thought this video was funny, leading to it going viral. However, there is nothing funny about distracted driving. In fact, of the 421,000 people [...]

By |2016-11-11T08:08:13-08:00November 11th, 2016|Car Accidents|Comments Off on Distracted Driving Accidents on Rise Due to Pokémon Go Players

Auto Accidents and Concussions

Auto accidents and concussions go hand-in-hand. Sadly, too many car accident victims experience mild to severe concussions and might not know about the condition for a day or more thereafter. This is because of a common misconception that those who experience a concussion will always lose consciousness. But you don’t have to be knocked-out cold to suffer a concussion. You might not even experience a lapse in memory, but are unable to recall what happened right before the accident. What’s more, people who suffer a concussion might not have outward, visible head injuries, like cuts and bruises. Auto Accidents and Concussions What’s most important to understand [...]

By |2018-05-26T12:26:19-07:00November 4th, 2016|Car Accidents|Comments Off on Auto Accidents and Concussions

Why You Should Carry Higher Uninsured Motorist Coverage

Imagine you are stopped at a red light, patiently waiting for green, when you hear a screech of tires and out of nowhere, a car rear-ends you. You are hurt from the car accident, incur medical expenses, and maybe miss some work. Most people believe the insurance of the at-fault driver will pay you for your loss. But that’s not always the case because the driver may have purchased only the state minimum requirement. So, unless you have Uninsured / Underinsured Motorist Coverage (UM), you will be limited to what the at-fault driver purchased. Although uninsured motorist coverage is very beneficial, it remains an under-bought product. [...]

By |2018-05-26T12:27:54-07:00October 20th, 2016|Car Accidents|Comments Off on Why You Should Carry Higher Uninsured Motorist Coverage

The Liability Risks of Using Uber & Lyft

Everyone seems to use either Lyft or Uber. There are liability risks of using Uber and Lyft, but unfortunately, most people using these convenient ride-sharing services don’t think about it — that is, until they are involved in a car accident. The fact is, when you ride in any vehicle, you are always at-risk of being in an auto collision. You might or might not buckle-up when you hop into a Lyft or Uber car, and you certainly are not alone. Insurance and Ride-Share Services You might wonder if you have to wear a seatbelt while riding in a Uber or Lyft car and/or if you [...]

By |2018-05-26T12:29:22-07:00October 6th, 2016|Car Accidents|Comments Off on The Liability Risks of Using Uber & Lyft

5 Things Insurance Companies Don’t Want Car Accident Victims to Know

We’ve been dealing with insurance companies for years and are extremely familiar with the way they work. They have several secrets they don’t want you to know about, especially if you’ve been in a car accident. We all know insurance companies are in business to make money and they really don’t want to pay any out. But did you know they work hard at paying as little as possible on each and every claim made? As you probably know, insurers collect premiums, which are based on a variety of statistics. This data provides insurance carriers with statistical and other information to set rates, based on your [...]

By |2018-05-26T12:30:41-07:00September 21st, 2016|Car Accidents|Comments Off on 5 Things Insurance Companies Don’t Want Car Accident Victims to Know

5 Summer Driving Tips That You Can’t Ignore

In sunny California, it’s nearly like summer year ’round in many parts of the state. And even though the summer season officially coming to a close, we’ve compiled five summer-weather driving safety tips you can’t ignore while on the road because they are always useful. There’s a strong belief the worst time to be commuting or traveling is during the winter, but it’s actually a misconception. There are more factors and conditions which contribute to a higher number of car accidents during the official summer months of June, July, and August. But with it frequently sunny in the Golden State, there tends to be more cars [...]

By |2018-05-26T12:31:10-07:00September 14th, 2016|Car Accidents|Comments Off on 5 Summer Driving Tips That You Can’t Ignore

Safety Tips for Orange County Drivers and Pedestrians

Safety tips for Orange County drivers and pedestrians should regularly be practiced to avoid injury or even tragedy. Sadly, according to the Los Angeles Times and based on data collected by the Governors Highway Safety Association in 2015, California leads the nation in the number of pedestrian deaths. As every driver and pedestrian in Orange County knows from firsthand experience, the streets are congested and safety is an ever-present concern. But by making habits of good practices, drivers and pedestrians can be more safe as they commute. […]

By |2018-05-26T12:31:55-07:00September 7th, 2016|Car Accidents|Comments Off on Safety Tips for Orange County Drivers and Pedestrians

The Most Dangerous Roads and Highways in Orange County

The most dangerous roads and highways in Orange County are the scenes for many car crashes, property damage, bodily injuries, and even lives, year after year. It’s no secret in the Golden State, Orange County streets are among the most dangerous to drive or bike. Whether you’re in a sedan, minivan, truck, or SUV, it’s a risk to take to the roads each and every time you drive. We’ve done a little digging to identify which Orange County roads pose the most safety hazards and some of them might surprise you. The Most Dangerous Roads and Highways in Orange County There are several reasons roads pose [...]

By |2016-08-18T16:13:00-07:00August 18th, 2016|Car Accidents|Comments Off on The Most Dangerous Roads and Highways in Orange County

Understanding Auto Insurance Policies and Limits

It’s important to have a solid understanding of auto insurance policies and limits under California law. In the Golden State, auto insurance is required to operate a vehicle; it’s also required to register an automobile and to renew a car’s registration. In fact, even if a car is parked on a public street and not driven, insurance is still required to cover a non-operated vehicle. The fact is, motorists must recognize their need for adequate insurance. After all, no one can predict when and where you or anyone else may be in an auto accident. Accidents happen all the time, under every imaginable condition. This is [...]

By |2018-05-26T12:36:17-07:00August 8th, 2016|Car Accidents|Comments Off on Understanding Auto Insurance Policies and Limits

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