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The Most Dangerous Roads in Los Angeles for Car Drive

There are many dangerous roads all over the States. Some of the most notorious ones are located near Los Angeles, in Los Angeles and in South California in general. Did you know that over 40,000 people die every year in Los Angeles simply due to the high number of car accidents? As lane-splitting is legal in some parts of California, many drivers tend to be reckless, aggressive and pay little to no attention to traffic. They just want to get where they are going. If you ever find yourself driving in LA, these are the roads you may want to avoid. Angeles Crest Highway Located on the outskirts of Los Angeles, this beautiful scenic highway is traversed by millions of tourists every year. But being so popular is not the only reason why it is dangerous. Besides thousands of cars traveling down this highway every day, one should pay attention to the surroundings. The road itself is located high in the mountain (over 7,100 feet altitude), and one wrong turn may lead to certain
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Life After a Car Accident

If you are a driver in the state of California, the chances are that you will have up to four car accidents during your lifetime. As the number of car accidents increases with each passing year, so does the chance of you getting caught in one. Life can be quite different after an accident. Los Angeles Car Accident Lawyer can help you deal with the legal aspect of a car accident, and help you with medical costs. Don’t hesitate to get in touch with us after an accident. Here’s how a car accident can change your life. Mental breakdown? Getting out of a car accident can lead to fear and confusion. The worse the accident, the worst the consequences. Even the slightest accident where the only injured part as the bumper can have a significant impact on your psychological well being. The best way to start the healing process is to speak with your loved ones. Seek comfort and understanding, and let them help you get through it. The first conversation is the hardest one. Once you sh
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You Survived A Deadly Car Crash. Here's Why.

Life flashing before your eyes, you begin your sideways tumble down a rocky embankment. Getting ready to be rammed by an SUV with another vehicle closing in, choices were limited: make one slight correction and roll down what appears to be a 200-foot rocky hill, or get pancaked by two cars, which lessens your chances of survival. So, Plan A it is. Luckily, you chose correctly, because apart from whiplash and banged up bones, you’re going to survive. Not everyone reacts to car accidents the same. Some lose cognitive control, some have an uncanny ability to tap into their ‘fight or flight’ instinct quicker than others. You, however, survived because you made a split-second decision, and although you’ll still inevitably hire a Los Angeles car accident attorney , you’re thankful you cheated death. So, if you’re reading this, but survived what should’ve been a deadly car accident , here are other reasons: You paid for safety Today’s technology affords automobile manufacturers
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What To Do When Hit By A Car In Los Angeles

Visiting the land of Hollywood? Be careful how you walk around, as there are many motor vehicles and crazy drivers in Los Angeles. Statistically speaking , in 2016 there was a total of 55,350 traffic collisions, which was 7% more than in 2015, and 20% more than in 2014. In July 2017, there were already 14% more traffic accidents than in July of 2016. The numbers keep growing, as more attention is brought to traffic and accidents related to it. So, if you ever get involved (or already took part) in an accident in Los Angeles, involving a car, truck or a bike, here are the things you should do without hesitation. Seek immediate medical attention The first thing you should do is receive proper medical care. Your health is of the highest importance, and once you are properly treated, you can deal with everything else. Make sure you visit a good doctor, and don’t worry about paying the bills. If you were not the one who caused the accident, you may be eligible to receive full
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Deadly Street Racing in Los Angeles as a Side Effect of Hollywood Films

Fast and Furious 8 was a huge success this year. The new street racing movie starring Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson, Vin Diesel and other A-listers grossed over $1.2 billion worldwide, setting a new global debut record in the process. Given that the average ticket price was $10, it means that over 120 million people saw the film. Some of them were not impressed, others were probably so hyped up and gripped to the edge of their seats that they thought, “ Damn, I want to try that in real life! ” And given that many installments of the iconic franchise were filmed throughout Los Angeles, from Downtown to Malibu, it’s no wonder why people are taking their super cars, BMW's and even old rusty cars to the streets of Los Angeles to compete for speed. This was the case earlier this month, when street racing on Lassen Street in North ridge, Los Angeles, killed four people. The incident occurred about 11 p.m. Friday, when the driver of a BMW lost control of the car while speeding alo
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In a Car Accident with Uninsured Driver? Here’s What You Should Do

It’s illegal to drive without insurance policy in Los Angeles and all across California. In the state, the law requires all drivers with California license plates to have a car insurance liability policy with any of the following coverages: $15,000 for injury/death to one person; $30,000 for injury/death to more than one person; $5,000 for damage to property. Despite the seemingly strict laws, many car drivers in California find ways to get around the law. In fact, estimations from the California Department of Transportation says that approximately one in seven car drivers in California is uninsured. If you do the math, that’s more than 3.5 million uninsured car drivers on the streets of Los Angeles and all across California. What are the chances of getting into a car accident with such a driver? Very high . Any car accident can be a huge pain in the bumper. But there can be a lot more headache if an uninsured car driver crashes into you or vice versa. In such
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These 5 Tricks Will Help You Reach a Fair Car Accident Settlement

Negotiating with your insurance company can be tough, especially when you’re in shock after a car accident. Many things can go wrong when communicating with your insurer. In other words, a lot of bucks can be lost as a result of a negotiation that goes wrong. While obviously you don’t want to be tricked by your insurance company, it’s vital to do these five tricks when negotiating to get the absolute best settlement after a car accident. #1: How much do you want? You need to assess how much damage has been done to you, your vehicle and your other property in a car accident in order to know how much money your claim is worth. After all, you don’t rob a bank when a get-away car has a flat tire. Negotiating with an insurance agent without knowing how much money you want is the same as setting yourself up for failure. Seek help from an experienced Los Angeles car accident attorney to determine the full cost of your damages, including vehicle repair bills, medical bills, lost
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