Vista Auto Accident Law Blog

Last year, the American Automobile Association (AAA) estimated 97.4 million Americans traveled by car for the holidays. If you are planning a road trip for the holidays, here are three ways to prep for a safe trip: Check your car for needed maintenance. Before leaving for your destination, it could be beneficial to have your… continue reading.

Over the last month or so, children around the country have sustained injuries or have been killed in school bus crashes. Last month, we posted a blog about the risks involved when boarding a school bus. However, in the event that a school bus crashes with another vehicle or entity, how well are children protected?… continue reading.

Every December is National Impaired Driving Prevention Month. Unfortunately, there is an increase in impaired driving accidents around the holidays. Not only is driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs illegal, it could lead to catastrophic or fatal consequences. The legal limit in California is a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of 0.08 percent. Depending… continue reading.

Truck accidents usually cause catastrophic loss due to their magnitude. When they do occur, it can be difficult to determine who is at fault. There are usually multiple parties involved and responsible for ensuring a truck is safe for the road. Depending on the accident, liable parties could include the truck driver, trucking company, truck… continue reading.

You see driver distraction daily. Maybe it’s the Uber driver trying to type a new address into his phone. Maybe it’s the teen driver trying to text her friends on the way to the movies. Maybe it’s the parent with three kids in the back seat, looking back to talk to them or hand out… continue reading.

Most people on the road already understand that commercial trucks can be dangerous. They have massive blind spots and difficulty stopping quickly. Their drivers have to complete more education and face more legal restrictions on driving, but they are still humans who make mistakes. Understanding the risk posed by commercial trucks allows you to be more… continue reading.

Imagine driving through Miramar along your normal commute to work. Your morning is following its standard pattern. You picked up coffee and a bagel from your favorite cafe and you are pretty sure the cars around you are the same ones that you share your commute with every day. Unfortunately, your plan for a nice… continue reading.

Most people know that in the case of a serious crash, insurance companies attempt to negotiate and settle for a fair amount of money. They generally cover all medical bills as well as other financial losses. Those who struggle with insurance companies and the claims process may actually be those who suffer less serious injuries…. continue reading.

The impact the car crash had on you is devastating. You are living in pain, and you’re struggling to get back to normal. You haven’t worked in weeks, and you don’t know how you’re going to pay your bills. You began a claim against the negligent driver, but the settlement offered to you is extremely… continue reading.

When you get behind the wheel of a vehicle, you do so intending to safely reach your destination. Unfortunately, no matter how safely you may drive, other people on the roads can put you at serious risk. It only takes a second for a mistake by another driver to become your problem when it results… continue reading.