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Dealing with the aftermath of a car accident is always stressful. There are injuries to treat, damages to your vehicle to fix, and medical bills to worry about. But what if the other driver doesn’t have insurance? Even though California law requires all drivers to carry proper auto insurance, not everyone on the road will have […]

If you fail to meet the car accident statute of limitations, you may forfeit your claim. In order to prevent this from happening, it’s important to work with an experienced accident attorney who can make sure you meet all necessary deadlines. A “statute of limitations” is, simply put, a deadline for when you must file a […]

A few municipalities in California have tried to enforce helmet laws for all bicyclists in the past. However, since state law doesn’t require adults to wear helmets while cycling and tends to trump local law, those laws have fallen by the wayside — at least one to a court challenge. Of course, we recommend that all […]

According to the California DMV, an overwhelming 22% of traffic fatalities in California are pedestrians. Given the number of auto accidents that occur each day, that seems absurdly high. But there are several possible reasons for it, including the fact that the laws regarding pedestrian right of way can be confusing. So when do pedestrians have the […]

If you or a family member have suffered severe burns due to someone else’s negligence or a defective product, you definitely need a good burn injury lawyer. You’re much more likely to receive a decent settlement for your injury if you’re working with a professional. At Russell & Lazarus APC, we know the relevant case law as well as […]