Hit-and-run accidents are alarmingly frequent in Los Angeles, with significant incidents reported yearly across LA County, the 405 Freeway, and bustling areas like Hollywood and Downtown LA. Under California Vehicle Code § 20002-20008, drivers must stop if they are involved in an accident. They are required to exchange information and assist injured parties. Failing to comply can lead to criminal charges and civil liability.

Car accident claims have traditionally been slow, often dependent on eyewitness accounts, police reports, and insurance investigations. AI-powered dashcams are transforming this landscape by streamlining claims, reducing fraud, and providing indisputable evidence to determine fault more accurately.

Electric delivery robots are becoming a familiar sight in Los Angeles—especially in busy neighborhoods like Hollywood. Serve Robotics, a leading company in this space, operates autonomous food delivery robots that cruise down sidewalks, cross intersections, and share space with pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. But what happens if you accidentally collide with one?

The Tesla Cybertruck, with its futuristic design and advanced technology, is becoming increasingly visible on Los Angeles roads. As its presence grows, so do questions about how this electric truck handles real-world driving conditions, particularly in accidents.

Getting rear-ended in Los Angeles can be more than just a disruption—it can lead to significant injuries and complex legal proceedings. Whether you’re stuck in traffic on the 405 or cruising down Sunset Boulevard, knowing how to handle such incidents can protect your health and legal rights.

In recent years, Los Angeles has seen an influx of electric scooters, offering an eco-friendly alternative to traditional transportation methods. While they provide a convenient way to navigate the city, their presence on roads and sidewalks has introduced new safety challenges and legal complexities.

Parking lots in Los Angeles can be surprisingly dangerous. Whether you’re walking into a grocery store in West LA or backing out of a tight space near Hollywood Boulevard, accidents happen more often than most people realize. If you’ve been injured in a parking lot—either as a pedestrian or a driver—knowing your rights is the first step toward protecting your health and financial recovery.

T-bone accidents—also known as side-impact collisions—are among the most dangerous types of crashes in Los Angeles. Whether it happens on Melrose Avenue or at a crowded intersection in Koreatown, these collisions often lead to serious injuries. If you’ve been hit in a T-bone crash, here’s what you need to know.

The Venice Boardwalk is one of LA’s most iconic spots—packed with tourists, vendors, skaters, and now, electric scooters. While they offer a fun and easy way to explore the beach, rental scooters from companies like Lime, Bird, and Spin are also responsible for a growing number of injuries.

As self-driving vehicles become more common in Los Angeles, so do the questions about what happens when something goes wrong. Companies like Tesla, Waymo, and Cruise are testing autonomous cars across the city—and when those vehicles crash, it can leave victims confused about who’s responsible.

Rear-end crashes are some of the most common accidents on the 405 Freeway. With constant stop-and-go traffic and impatient drivers weaving between lanes, it doesn’t take much for one distracted moment to lead to a collision. And while these accidents are often labeled “minor,” they can lead to real injuries and lasting consequences.

You’ve just been in a car accident. It wasn’t major, so you didn’t call the police. Now you’re sore, missing work, and unsure what to do next. The good news? In California, you can still file a personal injury claim even if no police report was filed—but it makes things more complicated.

Los Angeles has seen a major rise in bike commuting and recreational cycling—from Venice Beach to the bike lanes of Highland Park. But with this increase comes a serious and often-overlooked danger: dooring accidents.

From freeway overpasses to sidewalk renovations in West Hollywood, construction zones are a constant part of life in Los Angeles. And while they’re necessary for infrastructure improvement, they also bring unexpected dangers for drivers, pedestrians, cyclists, and even construction workers themselves.

If you’re hit by a government-operated vehicle, your case isn’t just another insurance claim. It becomes a claim against a public entity, which triggers a different legal process altogether.

California law requires drivers to carry liability insurance—but many don’t. If the at-fault driver is uninsured or underinsured, you may still be able to recover damages through your own insurance if you carry Uninsured Motorist (UM) coverage.

In California, everyone involved in a crash may have some responsibility under the state’s pure comparative negligence rules (Civil Code § 1714). Typically, the person who starts the chain reaction is mostly at fault, but other drivers could also share liability for reasons like:

Los Angeles is known for its bustling streets, but with heavy traffic comes the risk of accidents. Some intersections in LA are particularly notorious for being dangerous due to high traffic volumes, poor visibility, or confusing layouts.

When the rains came, the lack of vegetation on fire-ravaged hills led to devastating mudslides, pushing debris into the ocean and causing widespread flooding.

For business owners, wildfires don’t just threaten destruction of property—they can also lead to prolonged closures, lost revenue, and mounting expenses.