Blog: Auto Accidents

If you were injured in a car accident and believe you have a whiplash car accident claim, contact Curtis Legal Group today to set up a Free Consultation. Whiplash Injury Compensation Although most personal injury attorneys see dozens, if not hundreds, of cases per year, each case always presents a different set of facts, which […]

Our client’s car was struck by another driver running a red light. Our client had pre-existing back issues dating back some years and the accident exacerbated these conditions and increased his symptoms. He required medical treatment, including spinal decompression. Despite the defense arguing that his injuries were pre-existing, the personal injury lawyers at Curtis Legal […]

In order to maximize your car accident compensation in California, you and your legal team will have to establish that the other party was negligent and present documentation showing the full extent of your losses. If you are found partly responsible, you can still claim your losses, even if you were 99% at fault. However, […]

Due to its size advantage, people would likely assume an SUV provides more protection and is therefore safer than a sedan in the event of a crash. While it’s true that size matters, context is important too. An SUV and a sedan can both perform well in controlled crash safety tests and fare poorly in […]

Technically, the answer is no. California law requires all drivers and owners of motor vehicles to produce proof of their ability to pay for any damage they cause. Insurance is one way to demonstrate financial responsibility and is usually the most affordable way to meet the state’s minimum requirements. Despite the risk of penalties for […]

Our client and her husband were involved in an auto accident and suffered injuries.  Her husband required medication which caused dizziness.  He eventually had a fall and struck his head, was rushed to the hospital, and tragically passed away. We argued the accident and subsequent treatment caused his death. We made a claim on behalf […]

Holidays are typically times spent with family and friends, making memories, and enjoying a break from work. They may be filled with laughter and traditions involving food and drink. As such, holidays are also times of increased travel and alcohol consumption, and these factors quickly sour the festive mood when they lead to accidents and […]

Our client waited at a stop sign before entering the intersection when it was her turn to do so.  Defendant did not think it was her turn, he drove into the intersection and t-boned her vehicle.  Along with orthopedic injuries, client was believed to have suffered a concussion.  We directed client to a concussion specialist […]

You may be wondering what to do if you’re injured in a car accident as a passenger. California law provides specific protections for passengers and understanding your legal rights after an accident. That’s why in this blog post we outline the steps passengers should take if injured in a car Next, we’ll discusses the duty […]

Distracted driving is one of the leading factors involved in automobile crashes across the country. Using a cell phone is often the reason motorists get distracted, and several states have implemented distracted driving laws. However, is texting while driving illegal under California law? The accident attorneys at Curtis Legal Group have successfully handled numerous California distracted […]