You may wonder why you should hire a lawyer after a car accident. After all, the insurance adjuster investigating the accident may seem friendly and helpful. Some people even think they can save by not having to pay a lawyer if they try to negotiate a settlement themselves. At PARRIS, we don’t recommend trying to
You may wonder what you should do if you witness a car accident. If you do choose to stop and be a witness, you can be very helpful to the victim. This is especially so if someone was driving recklessly and was clearly at fault for the accident. Your statement and testimony can help the
Driving with Your Dog Ever take your dog for a car ride and wonder what’s legal when it comes to dogs in cars? You might be surprised to learn that there is no California Vehicle Code section that prohibits your dog from riding in your lap or roaming around unrestrained inside your car as you
Being involved in a car accident can be a very stressful and traumatic experience. It is important to take appropriate precautions to ensure everyone is safe and secure and that your legal rights are protected. At the Scene of the Car Accident Stop and attempt to remain calm. Check for injuries and call an ambulance
Uninsured Motorists Coverage Car accidents are incredibly stressful, and learning that the driver who hit you doesn’t have car insurance can make the situation even worse. The Insurance Research Council estimates that around one of every six drivers in California is uninsured! This is why people protect themselves against uninsured drivers by getting uninsured motorists
How Long Will My Case Take? When people consider filing an accident or injury case, they wonder how long it will take for their case to be resolved. The short answer is that on average it takes one-and-a-half to two-and-a-half years. It can take anywhere from one year to five years, depending on the circumstances.
Child Passenger Safety Tips Before having a baby, it is common to read up on the latest child passenger safety tips related to infant car seats. As our kids grow older, it is helpful to review the safety tips on a regular basis to ensure we’re still doing the best we can to protect our
Yes, there are deadlines for filing a lawsuit in California. These deadlines are called the statutes of limitations. They place a time limit on how long a person has to file a lawsuit or pursue a claim in the legal system. Statutes of limitations were created in part to encourage the prompt investigation of crimes
The National Law Journal has recognized the PARRIS Law Firm on its annual list of the nation’s Top 100 Verdicts for two trial cases regarding motor vehicle accidents, including Lennig v. CRST and Taylor v. Schilling. In 2018, attorney R. Rex Parris secured a verdict of $52.7 million for two brothers who suffered traumatic brain
When purchasing a liability car insurance policy, it can be challenging to understand what all the numbers mean, and what types of coverage they offer. Liability car insurance is meant to offer you financial protection if you cause someone else injuries in a car accident. What Are Insurance Policy Limits? An insurance policy limit is
