What To Do If You Are Injured In An Uber Accident?
What is Uber? Uber matches freelance drivers with those needing a ride via a mobile app. Uber sets the price, based on the number of riders, the vehicle and the distance and the driver and the rider(s) agree to this before the ride. The driver uses his or her own vehicle. Unlike taxis and limousines […]
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 […]
3 Tips to Help You Stay Safe on the Road
In 2010, roughly 95% of American households had a car while 85% used it to commute to work. Although now more US homes don’t own a car (this figure has gone up from 8.9% in 2010 to 9.1% in 2015, according to the American Census Bureau), it is safe to say there are millions of drivers […]
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 […]
Top 5 Most Important Safety Features For Cars
The 5 Car Safety Features That Matter Most (and What They Can Mean After a Crash) When people shop for a vehicle, “safety” is often one of the first priorities—but it’s not always obvious which features do the most to prevent serious injuries. In California, those same safety choices can also shape what evidence exists […]
Construction Accidents: Who Can Be Held Responsible?
Those who work at construction sites will face many hazards during a normal business day. But, California law requires the site owner, contractors, or other employing agencies to enforce workplace safety practices and provide the right safety equipment for all employees. If you experience a construction accident, filing a workman’s compensation is not your only option. It is also […]
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?
Should You Cash the Insurance Check After an Accident in California? Getting a check from an insurance company after a car accident, slip and fall, or other injury can feel like progress—until you notice the memo line, the cover letter language, or a form release tucked into the envelope. In California personal injury claims, whether […]
Can I Still Be Compensated After a Bike Accident Without a Helmet?
Most states – including California – have laws which dictate that anyone who is riding a motorcycle or bike must wear a helmet while doing so. These laws are intended to reduce the chances of sustaining serious or fatal injuries during a motorcycle accident or bicycle accident, as these accidents can often cause the ridAfter being […]
How To Prove Your Slip and Fall Accident Wasn’t Your Fault
Slip and fall accidents can occur anywhere. They may happen at your place of work, at your grocery store, or even on your neighbor’s property. Slip and fall accidents can happen anyplace because there are so many potential causes for a slip and fall accident. What some people fail to realize is that, just because everyone […]