Petrov Law Firm | November 6, 2022 | Car Accident
If you were involved in a car accident in Vista, California, you might wonder whether you should call 911. There are several reasons why you should consider calling the police. Below, we explain the legal requirements for reporting car accidents in California and important factors to consider. What Is California’s Law on Reporting a Car… read more
Petrov Law Firm | October 29, 2022 | Car Accident
After a serious car crash, you may be entitled to significant compensation for your injuries and property damage. However, you will need an official report of the accident to back up your claim. In California, this report is known as the California Highway Patrol (CHP) 555 Traffic Collision Report. While the report cannot be used… read more
Petrov Law Firm | September 20, 2022 | Car Accident
In one recent decade, crashes at intersections and interchanges factored into over four out of every ten fatal collisions in California. While the severity of any crash or car crash injuries depends on many factors, one of the factors that makes intersection collisions dangerous is the angle of impact. Side-impact collisions, or T-bone impacts, happen… read more
Petrov Law Firm | September 6, 2022 | Car Accident
Even with the great advances in car safety technology, driving on the nation’s roads can still be quite dangerous. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration recently estimated that 42,915 people died in car crashes in 2021. That’s a 10.5% increase from the 38,824 fatalities in 2020. In San Diego County in 2019, there were a… read more
Petrov Law Firm | August 23, 2022 | Car Accident
Car crash injuries are common throughout the United States, but how likely are fatal accidents to happen? While it’s difficult to pinpoint the exact odds of dying in a car crash, the CDC reports an average of 32,000 traffic deaths yearly. Sadly, these numbers have been on the rise, and 2021 showed the most significant… read more
Petrov Law Firm | August 20, 2022 | Car Accident
Getting into a motor vehicle accident can be very stressful. Knowing what to do after an accident may relieve some stress about the whole ordeal. Make sure you comply with all legal requirements by being aware of the rules governing your duties, such as reporting the collision to the police. You might want to engage… read more
Petrov Law Firm | August 8, 2022 | Car Accident
You’ve been in a car accident, but your car doesn’t have much damage, and you feel physically fine. You may be wondering whether you should call the cops after a fender bender. The short answer is yes: you have nothing to lose, and it could help you in the long run. California Law and Car… read more
Petrov Law Firm | July 27, 2022 | Car Accident
One of the most important lessons when learning to drive is yielding the right of way. However, as time passes, drivers can forget the rules for yielding the right of way or disregard their importance, resulting in unfortunate accidents and injuries for those involved. If you’re the victim of a right-of-way accident, you may face… read more
Petrov Law Firm | July 6, 2022 | Car Accident
California has one of the highest rates of accidents in the country, partly due to the sprawling network of highways, interstates, and roadways totaling more than 16,000 miles (or 50,000 lane miles). Although an accident can happen anywhere over these 16,000 miles, some stretches of the road are more dangerous or have a higher instance… read more
Petrov Law Firm | June 6, 2022 | Car Accident
Some car accidents can cause devastating injuries and significant financial losses. However, others might seem minor. There could be some property damage, and you might be slightly sore and have some bruising. You might wonder whether it is worth calling a lawyer after a car accident. Unfortunately, a minor car accident can quickly become a… read more