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New DMV California Motorcycle Laws – Updated 2019
Several new laws applying to Sacramento motorcyclists took effect on January 1st, 2019. In a news release, the California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) reminded motorcyclists of these changes, including some that apply to gender identity on driver’s licenses, driving under the influence, motorized scooters, and more. Keeping up with the latest changes in traffic… read more
California Personal Injury Statute of Limitations
Statutes of limitations are laws that set maximum time limits for filing claims. Every state has statutes of limitations in place to encourage timely claims filing. It is very important to understand the statute of limitations on your particular personal injury case in California. Missing your deadline to file will most likely result in losing… read more
What Is California’s Pure Comparative Negligence Law?
During a personal injury claim, you may hear the phrase “pure comparative negligence.” This is a term your Sacramento personal injury lawyer might use when discussing the potential outcome of your case. Pure comparative negligence laws could impact how much you receive for your injuries. Each state has unique fault and negligence laws. Understanding the… read more
Do I Need to Hire an Attorney, or Can I Represent Myself in Court?
Self-representation or pro se representation is an uncommon choice, but it can potentially work for some individuals. Pro se representation essentially requires an individual to assume the role of his or her own legal counsel. Unless such an individual has some background in law, pro se litigation can involve very intensive research and significant personal… read more
What Are The Grounds for Filing a Personal Injury Lawsuit?
Personal injury claims are civil lawsuits usually between private parties. If an individual or an organization causes an injury, illness, or economic loss to another party due to negligence, the injured party can seek compensation for all resulting losses through a personal injury lawsuit. The majority of Americans will eventually encounter some kind of personal… read more
How Long Do I Have To File a Personal Injury Claim?
Personal injury lawsuits allow injured and economically damaged individuals to recover their losses if they resulted from another party’s negligence. A personal injury claim seeks to make the plaintiff “whole” after suffering losses from negligent or intentionally harmful acts. Anyone who suspects valid grounds for a personal injury lawsuit in California should seek professional legal… read more
What’s the Difference Between Personal and Bodily Injury?
When you suffer an injury in California in 2019, you may wonder what your legal options are. One of the first distinctions you should make is determining if you suffered from a personal injury or a bodily injury. While people may use these terms interchangeably, they have very different meanings and legal applications. The Definition… read more
What Is a Personal Injury?
Have you been in an accident in California in 2019? You may wonder what your legal options are regarding compensation. Under California law, residents have the right to recover damages by filing a personal injury lawsuit in civil court. However, not all injuries qualify for compensation under these lawsuits. The Definition of Personal Injury According… read more
The Best Tips for Hiring a Lawyer
If you suffered an injury in California in 2019, you need to hire the right personal injury attorney to handle your case. However, this process is easier said than done. With such a high number of personal injury law firms available in the Sacramento area, how can you choose the best attorney for your case’s… read more
SafeRoads Release Roadmap of State Highway Safety Laws For 2019
The 16th Annual Roadmap of State Highway Safety Laws aims to improve the safety of U.S. roads taking autonomous vehicles into account. These vehicles are growing increasingly popular and leading manufacturers like Google and Tesla are investing heavily in self-driving vehicle technologies. In time, these vehicles could put an end to preventable traffic deaths caused… read more
