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January 6, 2026Defective Road Sign or Traffic Signal Accident in California | Neale & Fhima If a defective road sign or malfunctioning traffic signal caused your crash, you may have a claim. However, this process is legally distinct from a standard car accident claim against another driver. Cases like these fall under California Government Code § 835, […]
January 4, 2026
Proving fault in a California pedestrian accident at night involves showing that a driver’s negligence, such as speeding or failing to yield, directly caused the collision. These cases are often complicated by factors like low visibility, which insurance companies may use to shift blame onto the injured pedestrian. Determining who is at fault for a […]
November 9, 2025
California does not impose a “serious injury threshold” for auto accident claims. This means individuals injured in car accidents can pursue compensation based on the other party’s fault, regardless of the severity of their injuries. When injuries after a car accident disrupt your life or raise questions about liability, consulting a car accident lawyer from […]
November 8, 2025When Are Punitive Damages Awarded in California Car-Accident Cases? | Neale & Fhima After a serious car accident, your focus is on healing, paying your medical bills, and figuring out how to move forward. The compensation you receive, called compensatory damages, is designed to cover these costs. But some crashes are not just accidents; they […]
October 27, 2025
Based on recent crash data, the most dangerous intersection in California is Newport Boulevard and 22nd Street/Victoria Street in Costa Mesa, with 33 crashes in a five-year period. Other high-risk locations include multiple intersections in Los Angeles, such as Devonshire Street & Reseda Boulevard and Imperial Highway & Vista Del Mar. These intersections represent places […]
October 26, 2025
After a car accident in California, you must follow California’s laws for insurance claims and lawsuits, regardless of where you live or are insured. This creates immediate challenges such as your own insurance policy from a state like Florida or Texas may not align with California’s requirements, and you’ll have to deal with a legal […]
October 25, 2025
When a child is injured in a California car accident, the immediate steps involve securing medical care and documenting everything. From a legal standpoint, the process differs from an adult’s claim because California law has specific protections for minors. This includes appointing a legal representative (guardian ad litem) and requiring court approval for any settlement […]
October 24, 2025
A whiplash injury from a California car accident is a soft tissue injury to the neck, caused by a rapid, forceful back-and-forth movement. The landscape for these claims has changed. New state laws have increased the minimum required auto insurance liability limits, meaning more potential coverage may be available for your medical bills and other […]
October 15, 2025
Distracted driving causes thousands of preventable crashes each year. Drivers who lose focus, even for a few seconds, can cause serious injuries or take lives. Many people wonder how to combat distracted driving to stay safe. While you need to remain vigilant and drive defensively, you cannot control the actions of others. If another driver […]
October 14, 2025
Potholes might seem like a small nuisance, but they can cause serious problems for drivers. A deep pothole can pop a tire, break a wheel, mess up your suspension, or even lead to an accident. If you’ve asked yourself, can I sue for pothole damage in California, the answer depends on who should’ve fixed the […]
