Personal Injury

Personal Injury Law Glossary: 20 Terms You Need to Know

Personal injury law has its own language. Whether you are speaking with an attorney, reading court documents, or negotiating with an insurance company, knowing these key terms will help you understand what is happening in your case. 1. Negligence The failure to exercise reasonable care, resulting in harm to another person. Most personal injury claims […]

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Emotional Distress Damages in California: What You Can Claim After a Personal Injury

A serious injury does more than hurt your body. California law gives you the right to seek compensation for the emotional and psychological harm too. When most people think about a personal injury claim, they think about hospital bills, physical therapy, and lost wages. But a serious injury does far more than damage your body.

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Is It Illegal to Drive with Headphones On in California?

Yes. Most drivers don’t know it. Here is what California Vehicle Code 27400 says, what the fine is, and how it affects a personal injury case.   Driving with headphones in California is illegal. Under California Vehicle Code Section 27400, no driver may operate a motor vehicle while wearing headphones, earbuds, or any headset that

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