What to do with a Totaled Car
Between a dense and car-dependent population and chronic traffic congestion, Los Angeles is one of the biggest contributors to motor vehicle accident stats across the country. Whether your vehicle is only cosmetically damaged or completely undrivable without major repairs, your insurer may declare it totaled — but what do insurance companies do with totaled cars, […]
Understanding the Los Angeles Vision Zero Action Plan
In January, Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti announced, along with the city Department of Transportation, the release of the initial Vision Zero Action Plan. The goals of the Action Plan include: Creating safe streets for everyone Developing a culture of safety Adopting new policies and legislation to strengthen safety and respond to relevant data What […]
Advice for Driving in the Rain
Because the greater Los Angeles area is not accustomed to the sizeable increase in precipitation we have witnessed this winter, many drivers are less experienced with driving in heavy rain. Not only the rain, but strong winds and fog can combine to make roads incredibly hazardous, and if you are less experienced when it comes […]
I was in a car accident—do I HAVE to call the police?
Put simply, you do not have to call the authorities for most car accidents, particularly minor ones. The fact is that calling the police usually depends on how serious the injuries are and how extensive the property damage is. Even if you do not need to call the police to the scene of the accident, you […]
10 Most Common Causes of Car Accidents
Sadly, hundreds of thousands of drivers will be injured in a car accident this year. Making this statistic even more troubling is that these accidents for the most part are entirely preventable. The following is a list of the most common reasons for car accidents in the hope that you will be aware of other […]
Safe Driving in Winter Weather
Southern California has experienced significant rainfall lately with more on the way in the coming weeks. While many are thankful for the increase in precipitation, there is the related increase in traffic accidents tied to wet roads and highways. You need to alter your driving habits according, as you could be held responsible for a […]
Law to Disregard Immigration Status for Injury Plaintiffs to be Effective Jan. 1
Personal Injury Attorney in Los Angeles California Assembly Bill 2159 that Governor Brown signed back in August 2016 and sponsored by Assembly Member Lorena Gonzalez of san Diego is set to go into effect on the first of the year which will render the immigration status essentially meaningless in personal injury or wrongful death cases. […]
Is it Cheaper to Represent Myself in a Lawsuit?
The short answer is: only if you fully understand all the ins and outs of personal injury law. Otherwise, you’d be much better off in the long run with an attorney by your side. Certainly, in criminal cases, if you are unable to afford an attorney, you will be appointed one by the court, typically […]
Free Advice Here: The Benefits of a Complementary Case Evaluation
Los Angeles Personal Injury Attorney Our Personal Injury Firm Stands with You The Law Offices of Jacob Emrani is proud to offer free consultation to those who have recently been seriously injured and have questions. Attorney Emrani has assisted countless injured clients who have come to him with numerous questions, some of which you may […]
New Bill to Tighten Restrictions on Cell Phone Use & Driving
According to the California Office of Traffic Safety. nationwide, distracted drivers are responsible for the deaths of up to 3,000 people, the majority of distractions coming from cell phone use. In an effort to curb injuries and fatalities while driving, Governor Jerry Brown signed a bill late last September which would expand the regulations already […]