Key Takeaways Electric vehicles often perform well in crash safety testing, but their heavier weight can increase collision forces. Battery systems, vehicle software, and advanced technology can create unique liability questions after a crash. Determining fault in an electric vehicle accident may require investigating driver actions, vehicle defects, and other contributing factors. Electric vehicles are […]
Our experienced Inland Empire motorcycle accident lawyers at Lerner, Moore, Silva, Cunningham & Rubel help riders understand liability after crashes in the Inland Empire. Fault depends on evidence and insurance arguments. How Fault Is Determined After a Motorcycle Accident in California “Fault” is determined using police reports, witness statements, photographs, video footage, and crash analysis. […]
Key Takeaways: Motorcycle crashes often cause head, neck, spine, bone, skin, and internal injuries. California requires motorcycle riders and passengers to wear helmets. Protective gear can reduce harm, but it cannot prevent every injury. Medical records, photos, witness statements, police reports, and damaged gear can help support a claim. Motorcycle accidents can cause injuries because […]
Key Takeaways: The rear driver is usually presumed at fault because of the duty to keep a safe following distance. Heavy traffic on roads like the I-10 and I-15 makes rear-end crashes common throughout San Bernardino County. Exceptions include sudden reverse movement, broken brake lights, or a chain-reaction crash involving several vehicles. In most rear-end […]
After a car accident, most people focus on their physical injuries, and for good reason. Medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering are serious concerns that deserve immediate attention. But your vehicle is a significant part of your claim, and failing to protect your property damage rights can cost you thousands of dollars. The […]
Electric vehicles pose a measurable danger to pedestrians because they operate almost silently at low speeds, which prevents walkers from hearing them approach. The combination of those quiet engines and heavy vehicle weight from large battery packs creates significant hazards that increase the likelihood of a car accident and the severity of resulting injuries. Pedestrians […]
Three people, including a 7-year-old, were killed in a fatal rollover crash on Interstate 15 in San Bernardino on Monday. According to the California Highway Patrol, the crash occurred when a northbound Chevrolet Suburban SUV, traveling at a high rate of speed, abruptly swerved to avoid crashing into the rear of a 2017 Toyota RAV4. […]
Key Takeaways Distracted driving is one of the leading causes of preventable crashes in Riverside County. Drivers can become distracted by phones, passengers, food, navigation systems, and other activities. People injured in distracted driving accidents may be able to recover compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, and other damages. Distracted driving car accidents in Riverside […]
Losing a family member because of someone else’s negligence is one of the most painful experiences a person can face. California law gives surviving family members the right to pursue compensation through a wrongful death claim, but that right comes with a strict deadline. Missing that deadline can mean losing the opportunity to hold a […]
