North County San Diego Personal Injury Blog
CHP Reports: What You Need To Know
Daniel Petrov | 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
What Happens if a Dog Bites Someone on Your Property?
Daniel Petrov | October 21, 2022 | Personal Injury
Dog bites can cause severe injuries. The dog owner and/or the property owner could be liable for damages. As a property owner, it is important to understand the California dog bite laws and premises liability laws if you have a dog on your property. California Liability Laws for Dog Owners Some states have a “one… read more
Who Is at Fault in a Car Accident T-Bone in Vista, CA?
Daniel Petrov | 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
Is It Possible to Get Out of Jury Duty in California?
Daniel Petrov | September 7, 2022 | California Law
Some are excited by the chance to perform their civic duty, while others dread the thought of receiving a summons letter in the mail. Regardless of your attitude toward jury duty, it’s a big responsibility — one that you should always do your best to discharge faithfully. If, however, you’re unable to fulfill this duty… read more
Why Do Rear-End Collisions Happen in North County San Diego and Who’s to Blame?
Daniel Petrov | 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
What Is the Difference Between Express and Implied Consent?
Daniel Petrov | August 31, 2022 | Medical Malpractice
Medical providers are entrusted greatly with your care and that of your loved ones. A basic tenet in medicine is that you have the right to make informed decisions about your care. Providers obtain this consent expressly or impliedly. When they fail to obtain proper consent, this may form the basis of a medical malpractice… read more
What Are the Odds of Dying in a Car Crash in Vista, CA?
Daniel Petrov | 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
Car Accident Police Reports in California
Daniel Petrov | 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
Should You Call the Cops for a Fender Bender in Vista, CA?
Daniel Petrov | 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
What Does Yielding the Right of Way Mean?
Daniel Petrov | 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