Cycling Safety And The Law: What To Do After A Bike Crash

Everyone who shares the road shares the same right to travel safely. In California, only 100 bicyclists have died, and over 10,000 are injured in road accidents or collisions. But sometimes, we might not understand what we need to do because of less knowledge. This article will help you understand the essential points that can […]

Role of Medical Experts in Personal Injury Cases?

Introduction: In California, the complexity of personal injury legal proceedings is higher and hinges on assessing medical evidence accurately. In such cases, the medical experts have a significant role in establishing a connection between the injured plaintiff and the defendant’s negligence. The medical expert provides the utmost information about the severity of injuries and the […]

Common Causes of Uber and Lyft Accidents and Injuries

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Common Causes of Uber and Lyft Accidents and Injuries Since Uber and Lyft launch, ride-sharing has increased in popularity year-over-year. With Uber and Lyft, you can schedule your ride from an app, and are picked up wherever is convenient. This would have to be safe, right? Not necessarily. The number of accidents and injuries during […]

What Information Should I Gather After The Dog Bite To Claim Compensation?

Overview Dogs are considered the most faithful and loyal companions but pose high risks to the public’s safety. They have a positive impact on the lives of individuals while promoting a healthy lifestyle. They can assess the presence of cancers or detect oncoming epileptic seizures and sources of relieving stress and anxiety. In the US, […]

Insurance Claims After a Bus Accident in California: Top 10 Tips and Strategies

Accidents have always been scary and stressful as you have to deal with physical bruises, mental trauma, and emotional instability and understand the process for claiming your insurance. Dealing with the insurance company is a tricky procedure, as determining whether you will get fair compensation or not is a big deal in the company. Attaining […]

Daylight-Saving Time: Do Longer Days Mean More Accidents? Or Less?

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Daylight-saving time (DST) is a bi-annual event that everyone loves to hate, especially the annual “spring forward”. Losing an hour of sleep is why most people detest springing forward, but there are much more serious reasons why DST is troublesome for Americans. According to research, DST is linked to an increase in fatal car accidents, […]

What Does Personal Injury Law Cover

If you have faced any injury or loss due to negligence of others, do know your right and file a case for a personal injury claim. In California, a person must pay for his faults and damages as he can not escape his mistakes. At Sunset West Legal Group, our personal injury lawyer is available […]

WHAT TYPES OF ACCIDENTS ARE ELIGIBLE FOR A PERSONAL INJURY CLAIM?

Accidents can be scary and disastrous. They can cause physical, emotional, and mental trauma. While an individual is trying to balance all the things after the accident, he forgets that he can also claim personal injury compensation. Suppose you are prone to accidents due to someone’s negligence or intentionally causing you harm. You are eligible […]

Can Your Settlement Award Be Taxed?

Can Your Settlement Award Be Taxed?

After weeks, months, or even years, you have finally settled your lawsuit. What a great feeling! Unfortunately, you forgot to ask about how your settlement will factor into tax season. Can your settlement award be taxed? If so, how much will you have to pay? Let’s take a look at how taxes could impact your […]

What Information Should I Gather After A Bus Accident?

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An overview Getting into an accident can be noxious, but keeping yourself calm helps overcome such situations easily and assists you in getting into the senses. Call 911 for immediate help and medical assistance, as this is the fastest and quickest way to get assistance on time. For minor injuries, you can visit a nearby […]