Fact-Checked: This page was written and reviewed by Michael J. Cefali, Esq. Attorney Cefali is a founding partner of Cefali & Cefali, APC, based in San Juan Capistrano, CA. Please see our Editorial Guidelines. By: MICHAEL CEFALI 6 Tips to Maximize the Value of Your Personal Injury Case Some minor injury claims can [...]
Fact-Checked: This page was written and reviewed by Michael J. Cefali, Esq. Attorney Cefali is a founding partner of Cefali & Cefali, APC, based in San Juan Capistrano, CA. Please see our Editorial Guidelines. By: MICHAEL CEFALI The First Week After a Car Accident in California: What to Do (and What Not to Do) The [...]
After a California car accident, you can request a copy of the police report from the responding agency. The California Highway Patrol uses the CHP 555 Traffic Collision Report form, which you can request through the CHP Crossroads online portal for a $10 fee. Local police departments have their own request processes [...]
If you do not report a California car accident within 24 hours when injury or death is involved, you may face misdemeanor charges under California Vehicle Code section 20008, fines up to $1,000, up to 6 months in jail, possible license suspension, insurance claim denial, and serious problems proving your case later. [...]
If you have been injured at someone else's home in California, their homeowners insurance policy may cover your medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering. The coverage that applies depends on what happened. Most people who search for "personal injury coverage on homeowners insurance" actually mean the bodily [...]
Key Takeaways: If you get hit by a car while walking in Pleasant Hill, you must immediately move to a safe spot, call the police, gather driver details, and get professional medical care. Cefali & Cefali Personal Injury Lawyers steps in right away to protect your legal rights and preserve vital traffic camera [...]
After a car accident in California, you have 10 days to file the DMV SR-1 form, 24 hours to notify police if anyone was injured, 24 to 72 hours to report to your insurance company (depending on policy terms), and 2 years to file a personal injury lawsuit under California Code of Civil Procedure section [...]
Key Takeaways Yes, you can sue a driver for a bicycle lane violation in California if the driver’s actions caused a bicycle accident, severe injuries, property damage, or wrongful death. California law requires motor vehicle operators to protect cyclists and follow traffic laws when driving near designated bike [...]
Key Takeaways You can claim insurance after a bike crash by filing a claim against the driver’s auto insurance or using your own policy. California law gives cyclists the same rights as drivers on the road. You must report your accident to the California DMV using an SR-1 form if anyone is hurt. Collecting evidence [...]
Key Takeaways You can sue for loss of enjoyment of life in California if an injury stops you from doing things you love. This loss is a form of non-economic damage because it lacks a fixed price. California law usually groups this with pain-and-suffering claims. When someone else causes you harm, you can ask for [...]
