What Is the Delayed Discovery Rule in California?
In general, a statute of limitations for bringing a lawsuit begins when a negligent or wrongful act causing a loss or injury occurred. A personal injury claimant in California has two years from the date of injury to file a claim (or one year for medical or legal malpractice). If they fail to do so […]
Can a Lyft Accident Attorney Near Me Help Sue for Damages?
If you’re injured in a rideshare car accident, you may seek compensation for damages. But suing Lyft can be challenging since its drivers are independent contractors. The Law Offices of Jacob Emrani will help hold the responsible party accountable. If you or a loved one has been injured in a rideshare accident, our Lyft accident […]
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 […]
Will the Insurance Company Send Me a Check for My Medical Bills?
Paying your insurance premiums every month is enough of an expense. Medical bills can be much costlier if you’re injured in an accident. If not insured, you’ll have to pay them out-of-pocket. But let’s assume you are insured; now, we’ll look at the answer to the question, “Will the insurance company send me a check […]
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 […]
When Are Nominal Damages Awarded?
In many lawsuits, plaintiffs seek compensatory damages to pay for losses caused by a defendant’s actions or negligence. But not everyone goes to court to seek a large monetary award. We’ll explain when nominal damages are awarded and what they mean. What Does It Mean to Receive Nominal Damages? Nominal damages are awarded when the […]
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 […]
What to Do When Vehicle Repairs Exceed Insurance Estimates or Check
You were in an auto accident, and the repair shop quoted a price of $2,000. However, the insurance company refuses to pay more than $1,200, claiming that’s what the repairs should cost. This is not uncommon. Insurance policyholders often find their insurance company won’t cover the total price of a vehicle repair. Can you dispute […]
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 […]
How Long Is an Insurance Check Good For?
If you receive an insurance check, chances are you need access to the funds quickly. But it can be easy to be forgetful. Or, perhaps a family member passed away and had an old check lying around. Can you still cash it? We’ll look at how long an insurance check is good for and if […]