Albert G. Stoll Personal Injury Law Blog

The law of the state where the accident happened determines what reports must be made after a motor vehicle accident.  Typically, reports should be filed with police, your insurance company, and the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV).  In California, one may report an auto accident to the Highway Patrol (CHP).  In addition, all drivers involved in auto accidents in California are required by statute to file reports with the CHP or local police department under Vehicle Code... Read More

After reviewing the website, CA.gov - I found the following information helpful for all (especially to those who have families) and would like to share it with readers.  The full page can also be found here:  http://dmv.ca.gov/pubs/brochures/fast_facts/ffdl16.htm.

Most drivers, no matter how carefully they drive, will be involved in at least one traffic vehicle collision during their lifetime.  Your chances of being injured or killed in a vehicle collision are... Read More

Currently, there is no national law that bans texting or using a cellular phone while driving.  Although many states have taken the initiative to create their own laws to address this issue, the problem of distracted driving still runs rampant across the nation.
 
For example, some states have chosen to ban cell phone use altogether while driving unless you happen to be a school bus driver or novice driver.  Currently, 29 states (including D.C.) ban all kinds of... Read More

Fog-related motor vehicle accidents carry one of the highest fatality rates in this country.  In addition, while similar conditions may be found in other states, California is especially a high-risk area for fog.

Because of the state’s geographical location, moisture droplets that stay suspended in gas for extended periods of time typically occur in the region’s lower areas or valleys.  Thus, increasing the overall chances for dangerous driving conditions for... Read More

Every day in California, local police departments and highway patrol officers respond to and investigate car accidents. The question then arises as to whether a police report may be admitted into evidence at a trial.  In most cases, a police report is considered hearsay under the Evidentiary Rules.

Thus, there must be an exception to the hearsay rule in order for it to be admitted into evidence at all.  Because the Judge determines what is admitted into evidence, one must... Read More

The American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials agree that cable median barrier projects are among the best investments to prevent fatal and disabling accidents. ... Read More

Toyota Settles Lawsuit for $10 Million... Read More