car accident
September 18, 2018
Have You Been in a Car Accident Without Insurance?
With expenses increasing and income decreasing, it may be tempting to cut costs by eliminating automobile insurance coverage. You may think that if you have a valid license and a car, you are all ready to hit the road: Not so fast. The purpose of car insurance is to protect people from financial hardship after… read more
August 15, 2018
Surviving Fiery Crashes in Your Vehicle
Being involved in a car accident is never a fun experience—and accidents that end with your car erupting in flames are even more terrifying. If you’re in the middle of a fiery crash, it’s important to know where to turn. Keeping your cool throughout an emergency situation is critical. Knowing how to navigate emergencies will… read more
June 20, 2018
5 Things You May Not Know About Insurance Adjusters
The first step to recovering for your losses after a car accident in California is typically to file a claim with the at-fault driver’s insurance company. Your case will then be assigned to an insurance adjuster, who has the job of assessing and trying to resolve your claim. Many car accident victims deal with insurance… read more
April 2, 2018
Important Drowsy Driving Stats and How You Can Stay Awake at the Wheel
Guest Blog Post by Ben DiMaggio Drowsy driving is a dangerous national epidemic. An estimated one in 25 adult drivers report having fallen asleep while driving within the previous 30 days. Falling asleep at the wheel driving when you’re too sleepy to feel alert can cause serious accidents. It’s estimated that drowsy driving is responsible for… read more
April 20, 2016
$530,000 – Senior Citizens T-Boned by Negligent Driver Leads to a 3-Car Collision
CASE DESCRIPTION: Elaine P. (age 60 at the time) was driving her car westbound on a street in the #2 lane in the City of Rancho Cucamonga. After stopping for a red traffic signal at the intersection, Elaine proceeded into the intersection on a green traffic signal. Suddenly and without warning, Defendant, Jerold M. negligently… read more
September 9, 2015
$200,000: Uninsured Driver Causes Christmas Eve Rollover
CASE DESCRIPTION: While traveling southbound on Interstate five in San Juan Capistrano on Christmas Eve, plaintiff’s vehicle was suddenly struck from the right side by a pickup truck. The severe impact caused plaintiff’s vehicle to rollover several times before coming to a stop on its wheels. RESULT: James R., $100,000 settlement; Kelly R. $100,000 settlement… read more
April 2, 2015
$2,500,000: Three-Year-Old Boy Who Lost Mother in a Vehicle Accident Leads to Settlement in Millions
Partner Darren O. Aitken of Aitken Aitken Cohn secured a $2,500,000.00 settlement for a three-year-old boy who lost his mother in a vehicle collision caused by a military service member on active duty. Decedent was a 26-year-old homemaker who was fatally injured when defendant, operating a military Humvee at the time as part of a… read more