How to Tell Who Is at Fault in a Car Accident in California

Reviewed by Adrianos Facchetti, Esq. California State Bar No. 243213. This article was reviewed for legal accuracy and general informational value. You can verify this attorney’s license status through the California State Bar attorney search. How to Tell Who Is at Fault in a Car Accident Fault in a California car accident is usually determined […]
What Is Considered Reckless Driving in California?

Reviewed by Adrianos Facchetti, Esq. California State Bar No. 243213 This article was reviewed for legal accuracy and general informational value. You can verify this attorney’s license status through the California State Bar attorney search. What Is Considered Reckless Driving in California? Under California law, reckless driving means operating a vehicle with willful or wanton […]
I Was a Passenger in a Car Accident. Who Do I Sue in California?

Reviewed by Adrianos Facchetti, Esq. California State Bar No. 243213 This article was reviewed for legal accuracy and general informational value. You can verify this attorney’s license status through the California State Bar attorney search. If you were a passenger in a car accident, you may have a claim against the driver you were riding […]
California Daylighting Law: What It Means for Pedestrian Accident Claims

Reviewed by Adrianos Facchetti, Esq., California State Bar No. 243213. This article was reviewed for California personal injury accuracy, legal clarity, and usefulness for people injured in pedestrian or crosswalk accidents. Attorney license status can be verified through the California State Bar attorney search. California’s daylighting law restricts how close vehicles can park to a […]
Do You Need a Motorcycle License in California?

Reviewed by Adrianos Facchetti, Esq. California State Bar No. 243213 Adrianos Facchetti is a California personal injury attorney who represents injured riders and accident victims. This article was reviewed for legal accuracy and general informational value. You can verify this attorney’s license status directly through the California State Bar’s attorney search. Yes. If you want […]
How Long After an Accident Do You Have to File a Claim in California?

Reviewed by Adrianos Facchetti, Esq. One of the most important questions to ask if you were recently injured in an accident in California is the one people put off the longest: how much time do you really have? It all depends on what kind of accident it was and who’s involved, but if you miss […]
Is a Hit and Run a Felony in California?

Somebody hit you and ran. Or maybe they dinged your parked car and drove off without leaving a note. You’re standing there trying to figure out what just happened and what you’re supposed to do about it. One of the first questions people ask is, is it a crime to leave the scene of an […]
What Does Overdriving Your Headlights at Night Mean?

Most drivers have heard the phrase “overdrive your headlights” but are not entirely sure what it means. It sounds technical, but the idea behind it is straightforward. And understanding it could genuinely keep you safer the next time you are driving after dark. What Does It Mean to Overdrive Your Headlights? Overdriving your headlights means […]
Can You Sue Someone for Emotional Distress?

You’ve been through something traumatic. Maybe a car accident. Maybe harassment at work. Maybe you watched someone you love get hurt. Now you’re dealing with anxiety, can’t sleep, and feel like your life isn’t the same. You’re probably wondering, can you sue someone for emotional distress? The short answer is yes, in many cases. But […]
What Happens If You Have No Insurance But the Other Driver Was at Fault?

You were hit by another driver. You know it was their fault. But you don’t have car insurance. Now you’re worried you can’t recover anything for your injuries and damages. The truth is more complicated than that. Being uninsured doesn’t automatically mean you have no claim. But California law does create some real limits on […]