JUSTICENTER Personal Injury Lawyers | August 12, 2025 | Car Accidents
Imagine you’re driving along the 101 through Encino, or pulling out of a parking space near Balboa Park. Then it happens — a collision leaves your car totaled. Fortunately, you’re unharmed, but the vehicle is no longer drivable. While your insurance company may already be processing the claim, there’s an important step many people overlook:… read more
JUSTICENTER Personal Injury Lawyers | August 10, 2025 | Uber/Lyft
Rideshare companies, such as Lyft and Uber, have exploded in popularity in recent years. In fact, Uber alone completed nearly 11.3 billion trips in 2024. The ease of use of these platforms, the cleanliness of the vehicles, and the friendliness of the drivers have all contributed to riders turning away from traditional taxi service. Uber… read more
JUSTICENTER Personal Injury Lawyers | August 7, 2025 | California Law
Statistics show that in 2023, someone was killed in an alcohol-impaired car accident every 39 minutes. This equates to more than 15,000 fatalities across the nation. While thousands are arrested for DUI each year, many more drivers take the wheel with alcohol in their system. When a driver is pulled over for suspected DUI, law… read more
JUSTICENTER Personal Injury Lawyers | August 6, 2025 | Personal Injury
After an accident, you likely already know that you are entitled to compensatory damages. These are damages intended to compensate you for your financial and intangible losses, such as medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. But did you know that you might also be entitled to another type of damages, called punitive damages,… read more
JUSTICENTER Personal Injury Lawyers | August 5, 2025 | Car Accidents
Understanding the difference between a freeway and a highway is important. It can be especially relevant when evaluating fault and legal liability after a crash. In California, these distinctions can impact how a case is handled and what evidence is most important. Keep reading this article to learn the crucial differences between a freeway and… read more
JUSTICENTER Personal Injury Lawyers | August 1, 2025 | California Law
If you drive in California, it’s important to know that the state’s minimum car insurance requirements have changed. As of 2025, California has updated the minimum amount of insurance drivers must carry. These changes could affect your insurance costs, how much protection you have after a crash, and what happens if you’re involved in an… read more
JUSTICENTER Personal Injury Lawyers | July 14, 2025 | Car Accidents
If you’ve received a settlement check from an insurance company after a car accident, property damage claim, or injury settlement, you might be wondering: how long is an insurance check good for? While holding onto it for a while is tempting, it’s important to know that these checks aren’t valid forever. Standard Validity of Insurance… read more
JUSTICENTER Personal Injury Lawyers | July 10, 2025 | Car Accidents
Whether you’re behind the wheel as an Uber or Lyft driver or riding as a passenger, understanding who’s responsible when accidents happen isn’t always straightforward. California has specific regulations that determine insurance coverage, liability, and compensation after rideshare accidents. These laws affect everything from which insurance company pays your medical bills to how much compensation… read more
JUSTICENTER Personal Injury Lawyers | July 10, 2025 | Truck Accidents
The primary difference between a commercial driver’s license (CDL) and a non-commercial driver’s license is the type of vehicle you are authorized to operate. Commercial driver’s licenses are generally used for business purposes. A CDL allows a person to operate a commercial motor vehicle (CMV), such as an 18-wheeler, tractor-trailer, tanker truck, or a large… read more
JUSTICENTER Personal Injury Lawyers | July 7, 2025 | Product Liability
When we buy a product, we expect it to work properly and keep us safe. However, some products cause serious injuries because of poor design, production errors, or missing warnings. This is where product liability law comes into play. Product liability means a company or seller can be held legally responsible if a dangerous product… read more
