L.A.’s Two-Way Bike Lanes
As of April 2019, the first two-way bike lane in Los Angeles is open. Bicyclists and scooter riders can now traverse downtown’s Spring Street in two directions, and another designated bi-directional bike lane will soon take shape on Main Street. The latest changes update the southbound bike lane on Spring Street so riders can go northbound as […]
Hit and Run Fatalities on the Rise
Hit-and-run accidents have reached record numbers across the nation, as have crash-related fatalities. The same is true in California where, according to a report by the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety, 337 people were killed by hit-and-run drivers in 2016. Across the country, the total reached 2,049. Of those, 65% were pedestrians and bicyclists. The problem […]
How To Make An Accident Claim
If you are in a car accident, it’s not only smart to file an insurance claim. It’s the law. Driving without insurance is illegal per California Vehicle Code Section 16029. But just how do you go about making a car accident claim? An insurance claim is filed before any legal action is taken. If there’s a […]
This Week In The News (12/15-12/21)
From injuries and fatalities to fires, it was an active week on California roads. 1. Pedestrian Killed by Hit & Run Accident in Westwood, Los Angeles KTLA reported Jeffery David Cook, 39, was killed in a hit-and-run crash on December 17 on Sunset Boulevard, east of Beverly Glen Boulevard. According to the Los Angeles Police […]
Should You Ride Your Bike on The Sidewalk?
In Los Angeles, it is legal to ride your bicycle on the sidewalk. However, it is illegal to ride a bike on a sidewalk in many places, such as parts of Los Angeles county outside of L.A. Bicycle laws vary by individual community, so it’s important to know the riding laws in your city before setting out […]
Southern California Cities Explode With Electric Scooters
Dock less bike sharing is quickly taking over metro areas across the country, and with the growth of this mobility sharing option has come a new phenomenon – dock less electric scooters. Working similarly to the dock less bikes, these new electric scooters are unlocked and rented using a smartphone, then left wherever the rider […]
What To Do When Dealing With A Hit and Run
If you are the victim of a hit and run, you need a Los Angeles personal injury attorney like The Law Offices of Jacob Emrani. Find out more about what a hit and run is, and how to handle the situation. What is a Hit and Run? A hit and run occurS whenever the driver of a motor […]
What Does It Mean To “Go To Court?”
Do you have a court date coming up? Whether you’re the plaintiff or the defendant, the prospect of going to court can be a scary feeling. If you’ve never been to court before, you’re probably trying to picture every courtroom TV show or movie you’ve ever seen. While those shows try to be realistic, the […]
Should I Cash The Check My Insurance Company Sent Me?
After you’ve made an insurance claim, you may be excited when you receive a check in the mail. But hold on; not so fast. Before you bank that insurance check, find out the reasons why it’s not always the smart thing to do. Cashing the Check May Waive Your Right to Further Compensation Most insurance […]
The Most Dangerous Times To Drive In LA
Auto accident rates in Los Angeles have escalated over the years, as the metro area has increased in population and motor vehicle traffic. Naturally, the risk of being involved in an accident while driving is even higher during the heaviest traffic hours, when so many people are in a hurry trying to get home from […]