In hit-and-run accidents, the at-fault driver flees the scene without providing their information, leaving innocent victims struggling to cover costs. Pursuing compensation is imperative but challenging when the liable party remains unidentified. Drivers must understand what qualifies as a hit-and-run accident, why seeking damages is critical, and available legal options and strategies for identifying the...Read More

When most people think of a car accident, they imagine two vehicles involved in a wreck where one person is at fault. However, it’s not uncommon for car wrecks to cause a chain reaction involving several parties, making faults more challenging to identify. Given some of San Diego’s busy interstate highways like I-5, I-805, and...Read More

According to recent studies, drowsy driving has emerged as a silent yet significant threat on our roads. Rightfully, much attention focuses on drunk and distracted driving, but the perils of driving while sleepy often go unnoticed. This blog, our San Diego car accident attorneys will delve into the alarming prevalence of drowsy driving, its impact...Read More

At HHJ Trial Attorneys, we understand that distracted driving is a serious problem. It affects millions of drivers daily, leading to many accidents and fatalities. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), distracted driving claimed 3,142 lives in 2019 alone. According to a recent survey conducted by the Office of Traffic Safety in...Read More

Car accidents are common on our roads, with millions of people involved in accidents every year in the United States alone. These accidents often lead to injuries and fatalities, resulting in substantial financial losses. According to the California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS), San Diego County saw 15,043 fatal and injury accidents in 2020. These...Read More

Technology can help to prove car accident liability, keep drivers safe, and increase situational awareness on the road. Still, it can lead to distracted driving and over-reliance on enhanced safety features. Dash-cam footage, 360-degree cameras, or event data recorder (EDR) information may be used to prove who the at-fault driver was. Even standard technology, like...Read More

You’ve just experienced a traumatic car accident that has worsened your pre-existing injury. The at-fault driver, in your opinion, was clearly in the wrong, and you’re convinced you’re owed damages. But the defense argues that the accident could not have possibly made your pre-existing injury worse: Although you may feel more pain, the defense claims...Read More

One of your children recently suffered injuries in a serious accident, and now you’re wondering if you can recover compensation on their behalf. The truth is that you can take action legally, but you also need to know what that process entails. When filing a personal injury claim on behalf of a minor, you may...Read More

Suffering significant injuries in a car accident can considerably affect your physical and emotional well-being. Medical bills and other expenses will accumulate, and you also have to focus on your recovery. That’s why one of the best things you can do is hire a car accident lawyer to help build your personal injury claim.  ...Read More

You were recently involved in an accident that caused extensive damage to your vehicle. However, you’re unsure if you should include auto repair bills in your claim. How do you determine who’s financially responsible for covering the repair costs? How do you go about obtaining compensation? Do you have to pay for the damages out...Read More