Los Angeles Car Chase Statistics
Police-involved car chases occur almost daily in Los Angeles. The latest available statistics on these events will help you understand their impacts and risks to motorists, officers, and innocent bystanders. As a follow-up to our article covering liability in a Los Angeles car chase, here’s a look at the numbers, trends, and possible solutions to […]
Can You Trade in a Totaled Car?
After an accident, you may wonder what to do with a totaled car. A car that’s declared totaled by the insurance company is simply one that’ll cost more to fix than it’s worth. But can you trade in a totaled car? Assuming you haven’t accepted a check from the insurance company (they’ll now own the […]
Can an Uber Accident Lawyer in Los Angeles Help Me Sue a Driver Directly?
Due to the nature of Uber’s corporate structure and insurance policy, suing the company for injuries sustained in a rideshare accident can be difficult. But sometimes, an Uber accident lawyer in Los Angeles can help you sue a driver. The Law Offices of Jacob Emrani have helped many clients who’ve been injured in Uber accidents. […]
How to Cancel the Registration on a Totaled Car in California
If you total your car in California, you must report it to the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV). Once the insurance company offers a settlement after your car accident, within 10 days you must obtain a California Salvage Certificate or Non-repairable Vehicle Certificate. You’ll receive it in exchange for the vehicle’s California Certificate of Title […]
After a Car Accident, Is Determining Fault by the Location of Damage Possible?
For our clients injured in car accidents, obtaining fair compensation for injuries and expenses is a top priority. But pursuing a settlement first requires determining fault. There are many ways to do so. For example, witness accounts, photographs of the scene, and police reports can help identify the negligent driver. It’s also possible, after a […]
What Happens to the License Plates When a Car Is Totaled?
Anyone who’s been in an auto accident may ask, “What happens to the license plates when a car is totaled?” We’ve previously covered what to do with a totaled car. In this article, we’ll explain what happens with the licensed plates of a totaled car in California. If your car is totaled, it means the […]
How Do I Get a DMV Total Loss Registration Refund?
A totaled car is one that’s considered too costly to repair. But just because your vehicle is a total loss doesn’t mean you can’t receive a settlement on it. Rather than paying for repairs, you can settle for its salvage value. You must go to the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) before receiving compensation. A […]
How Effective Are Safety Features in Cars?
Advanced Driver-Assistance Systems (ADAS) are rapidly becoming standard features in new cars. Aside from familiar safety elements like seatbelts and airbags, many vehicles include collision warning systems, blind-spot detection, automatic emergency braking, etc. But are these safety features in cars making a difference? Vehicle crashes, accident injuries, and fatalities are in the news almost every […]
How to Sell a Totaled Car?
When a car is totaled, the insurance company has decided the cost of fixing the vehicle is more than its value. Salvaged cars are those that have been declared totaled. Selling a totaled car is possible and legal. If you’re asking, “Can I sell a totaled car?”, we’ll explain how to do so. Your Insurance […]
In a Multi-Vehicle Crash, Is the Car with More Damage at Fault?
A multi-vehicle accident involves three or more cars. It’s often caused by a chain reaction in which the first car collides with another vehicle that hits the next, triggering a series of crashes. Unfortunately, this is not uncommon on California’s busy roads. Establishing fault in such a situation can be difficult. Oftentimes, the extent of […]