California Personal Injury Articles, News, & Resources

Negligent infliction of emotional distress is a type of tort claim that a plaintiff can bring in California even if they did not actually suffer physical injuries. In other words, the injuries are purely emotional, which would, in many other circumstances, bar a lawsuit. However, California has recognized negligent infliction of emotional distress (called NIED)…

Like other states, California gives injured victims a short amount of time to file a lawsuit for a car accident. You can find the amount of time in the state’s car accident statute of limitations. Meeting this deadline is critical, and one of the disadvantages of representing yourself in a lawsuit is that you might…

According to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), there were 3,304 fatal motor vehicle crashes in California in 2017, the most recent year for which data was available. The reason for any given accident always depends on a number of factors. But some California roads are more dangerous than others. They may be narrower,…

After the death of a loved one, you might be in shock. As you scramble to schedule funeral and burial services, it is perfectly normal to worry about whether you will be able to pay your bills and continue to stay in your home. After all, the death of a loved one can have enormous…

One misconception many people have after a car accident is that they can handle a claim on their own. This may be true if the person only suffered minor property damage in the crash. However, if they suffered bodily injuries, then a lawsuit becomes much more complex. It is very easy to get in over your…

Pedestrian accidents are on the rise in our state, with multiple sources confirming that the number of pedestrian accidents and fatalities today is higher than it’s ever been. The problem can be blamed on a number of different factors, ranging from more distracted walkers and drivers to more cars on the road to larger vehicles…