How much compensation you get for a car accident settlement in California varies based on the unique circumstances of each situation and the severity of your injuries. Based on our own settlement data on this page, the average car accident settlement is between $300,000 to $6,450,000. The average settlement across […]

Negotiating a settlement after a rear-end collision in California can be a complex undertaking. Insurance companies have obligations to shareholders above policyholders, and even your own insurance company will do all they can to pay as little as possible – or nothing at all. Having a team on your side, […]

We get this question a lot: “What happens if I am in a car accident, and I was working for my employer at the time?” The short answer is that you may be entitled to workers’ compensation benefits and personal injury damages. Most motor vehicle collisions result in injuries and […]

Being involved in a collision is frightening and upsetting. It is hard to think straight after the sound of breaking glass, exploding airbags and tearing metal subside. You probably have many questions.  What happens next? What do you need to do? What should you not do? Who do you call? […]

Are you prepared for a car accident? Do you know what to do if you are involved in a motor vehicle accident? Do you know who to talk to after being involved in a car accident? Car accidents happen far more frequently than many realize. Accidents can occur at any […]

Claiming loss of consortium is one way to recover for the damage caused by an injury or death of a spouse or domestic partner. Loss of consortium is the harm that results from losing a loved one’s affection, emotional support, companionship, and care. A consortium claim can also include the […]

If you were recently involved in a car accident, you need to act quickly. First and most importantly, you should immediately seek medical attention. You should also speak with a qualified California car accident attorney.  Insurance companies handling car accident claims want to settle your case quickly and cheaply. Insurance adjusters […]

If you’re hurt in an accident that results from someone’s negligent acts, you’re probably aware that you have legal options to seek monetary damages under California law.  However, some misconduct goes above and beyond mere negligence in causing injuries to a victim. When a person engages in dangerous, reckless, and […]

Have you or someone you are close to been struck in a vehicular collision? Were you on a bicycle or motorcycle and a car crashed into you, leaving you injured and hurt? Are you suffering from any symptoms as a result of this accident? If the answer to any of […]

Joint and several liability is a legal principle that is applicable in some states. The meaning of joint and several liability in California is simple. Two or more parties can be held independently responsible for the full amount of damages sustained by a personal injury plaintiff. This liability is regardless […]

Understanding the differences between comparative versus contributory negligence is important, as it’s fundamental to proving your personal injury claim. Our California personal injury attorneys will explain. California follows the legal principle of comparative negligence, which is dramatically different than contributory negligence. Only a handful of states still follow the rule […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

Being involved in a car accident can result in a range of injuries, some more serious than others. Indeed, while some people may walk away from a crash feeling a bit startled, and perhaps with a minor whiplash or bruise injury, others may not be able to walk away from […]

Bicycle accidents are a serious problem in California – California often has the highest number of bicycle accident-related deaths when compared to other states. When a bicycle accident occurs and the involved cyclist is injured, recovering compensation for harm is of the utmost importance. At the offices of the Levinson […]

Escondido, CA – One man was killed in a single-vehicle crash near Reidy Creek Golf Course early Friday, June 21. The driver, whose identity has not been released, was reportedly heading west around 7 a.m. when his Lexus sedan veered off the road and hit a curb. According to police, […]