When you are filing a lawsuit to recover money for the injuries you suffered because of an accident, you will be most probably dealing with the defendant’s insurance company. Whether it be a car accident, motorcycle accident, or any other type of accident, it will be handled by the insurance company. They will be compensating…
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Is Riding a Bicycle in a Crosswalk Legal in California?
Several people in the San Francisco Bay Area wonder whether they need to walk their bicycle across the California crosswalks. Technically, in California, one is supposed to walk it whenever he or she is in a crosswalk. Under the California Vehicle Code Section 21200 governing the operation of cycles in the state, riding it across…
What is Pure Comparative Negligence and Which Kinds of Cases Involve It
Comparative negligence systems are of two types: “modified” and “pure”. The pure comparative negligence system compensates plaintiffs only when their fault does not go beyond a certain percentage. It is up to the judge or jury to determine the portion of the fault that is attributable to parties involved in an injury case. California uses…
If a Car and Cycle Collide, Which Party is at Fault for it?
Owing to the climate and the citizens’ environmental awareness, motorcycles and bicycles have become the transportation means of choice for a huge segment of California’s population. This means that motorcycle and bike riders must share the highways and streets of the US state with other automobiles. Even though it may appear that auto drivers are…
A Look at the Motorcycle Laws in the State of California
Motorcyclists in California are required to follow much the same laws as drivers of any other kind of vehicle. The state’s legal system also holds laws that apply to motorcyclists specifically. These rules are in place for their protection, as well as that of others using the road. Decent knowledge of these rules can spell…
5 Things to Do Right after a Bike Accident
Motorcycle accidents can be very dangerous, but for people surviving one, the things they do immediately after can decide their legal situation in the weeks and months to come. It can be hard to approach events logically while simultaneously regaining your physical and mental bearing. Keeping the following things in mind can help you maintain…