For a cyclist riding beside parked cars, an ordinary vehicle door can become a sudden barrier. One moment the lane ahead is clear. The next, a door swings outward with too little space or time to stop. California has a traffic law specifically addressing this danger. Vehicle Code § 22517 restricts opening doors toward moving traffic when doing so is…
A dog does not need a history of aggression before its owner can be responsible for a bite in California. That distinction surprises many injured people who assume they must uncover evidence of an earlier attack before pursuing compensation. The California strict liability dog bite rule generally places responsibility on an owner when their animal bites someone in a public…
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reported economic costs of $65,815 for a moderate crash injury to the lower extremity, including a broken leg. With a severe injury, the costs increase to $406,593. If you’re searching for the average settlement for a broken leg, the personal injury attorneys at Wells Call Injury Attorneys can help. Contact us today to get…
Car accidents happen daily. In 2024, there were 3,558 fatal auto accidents in California. If you were a witness to a car accident, you might wonder what you should do. The steps you take in the moments after a reckless driving accident could make a big difference in people’s lives. So today, we’ll discuss what to do if you witness…
Getting hurt at work does not always mean workers’ compensation is the only available source of recovery. California law generally limits an employee’s claim against an employer to the workers’ compensation system, but a separate personal injury lawsuit may be possible when someone outside that employment relationship contributed to the accident. That distinction matters on construction sites, where several companies…
