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What is Joint and Several Liability in California?
TL;DR Joint and several liability in California means multiple defendants can be held responsible for the full amount of certain damages, even if their individual share of fault is small. Under California’s modified rule, defendants may be fully liable for economic damages (like medical bills or lost wages), but non-economic […]
What Happens if you Don’t Report a Car Accident?
TL;DR Accidents that cause injury, death, or over $750 in property damage must be reported to the California DMV by filing an SR-1 form within 10 days. Reporting the crash to police or your insurance company does not replace the legal requirement to file the SR-1 with the DMV. Failing […]
When Opposing a Summary Judgment Motion, Don’t Forget to Object to your Opponent’s Evidence
TL;DR Motions for summary judgment are common in litigation and, if granted, can end a plaintiff’s case before trial, making strong opposition strategies essential. Defendants must first show that an essential element of the plaintiff’s claim cannot be proven, and they must support that argument with competent, admissible evidence. Plaintiffs […]
What Is The Average T-Bone Accident Settlement Amount in California?
TL;DR A T-bone car accident, or side-impact collision, is one of the most dangerous types of crashes, often occurring at intersections when a driver runs a red light, turns illegally, or fails to yield. T-bone accident settlement amounts in California vary widely, ranging from $16,000 to over $1,250,000, depending on […]