On August 21, 2023, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) proposed to amend the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard to include seat belt warnings for rear passenger seats. The proposed rule will mandate seat belt warning signs for nearly
We are delighted to announce that CaseyGerry partner Robert J. Francavilla successfully secured a $1.25 million settlement for his client in a recent car accident. The case involved a T-bone collision caused by the defendant’s failure to yield and make
After a car accident, mediation is often used as a form of alternative dispute resolution when settlement negotiations fail rather than going to court. Here is how the process typically goes. Selecting a Mediator Throughout the mediation, the parties meet
If you are involved in a car accident caused by negligent vehicle maintenance or repairs, your mechanic may be liable. Mechanic Liability Mechanics owe a duty of care to customers to use a reasonable amount of care in completing car
After a car accident, it is critical to have the correct auto insurance information of the driver(s) involved. There are several ways to get ahold of this information. Ask the Driver If you and the other driver are not injured
There are a wide variety of reasons why car accidents happen, but the leading causes of traffic fatalities in California include the following. Speeding Traveling above the posted speed limit or too fast for roadway conditions is a primary cause
California’s Proposition 213 applies to uninsured drivers, preventing them from collecting compensation for pain and suffering even if they are not at fault for an accident. This legislation received widespread support in response to higher insurance premiums and the increasing
If you get injured while on public transportation—such as a bus, train, or subway, the carrier may be liable. These companies are bound by common carrier laws, which means they have a higher duty of care to ensure passengers are
By Eric Ganci Picture this: you are driving and cause a car crash (Defendant’s usually call it a car accident, but accidents imply no person is at fault). Let’s say this Defendant Driver feels bad and wants to use her
One of the most dangerous maneuvers drivers must perform on the road is changing lanes. When an accident occurs when one vehicle is making a lane change, it can be challenging to determine and prove who was at fault. Determining
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