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When your Porsche keeps returning to the...
Receiving an insurance reservation of ri...
You were just in a crash, the police never came, and now you are wondering whether you can still make an insurance claim. Can you file a claim without a police report? In many cases, yes. A police report can provide valuable information about an…
When your Porsche keeps returning to the dealership for the same problem, paperwork can help establish when the problem started, how often you reported it, what technicians did, and how long the vehicle was unavailable. Important Porsche lemon law documents include repair orders, purchase or…
Receiving an insurance reservation of rights letter after a car accident can be alarming—especially if you’ve never seen one before. Fortunately, the letter does not automatically mean your claim has been denied. Instead, it usually means the insurer is continuing its investigation while preserving certain…
You’ve probably heard about Uber’s $1 million insurance, but there’s an important catch. The Uber $1 million liability policy does not apply every time an Uber driver is on the road. Instead, the available Uber insurance coverage depends on what the driver was doing in…
If you’re injured in a car accident while working, workers’ compensation may not be your only source of compensation. Depending on how the crash happened, you could also have a personal injury claim against the at-fault driver. Unlike an accident that happens on your personal…
Modern vehicles are essentially computers on wheels. A single software malfunction can affect multiple vehicle systems simultaneously, including safety equipment, climate controls, navigation, and driver-assistance systems (ADAS). When that technology fails, the consequences can extend beyond inconvenience. A recurring software problem can interfere with your…
A proposed California ballot measure backed by Uber is generating debate among accident victims, attorneys, insurers, and consumer advocates. Supporters say the proposal would allow injured people to keep more of their settlements. Critics argue it could make it harder for seriously injured victims to…
A simple trip to the grocery store can suddenly leave someone dealing with serious injuries, mounting medical bills, and uncertainty about what comes next. Slippery floors, unstable merchandise displays, damaged flooring, poor lighting, and crowded aisles can create dangerous conditions for customers inside California supermarkets….
Distracted driving is not just dangerous—it can be deadly. In 2023, 158 people were killed in California crashes involving distracted drivers, according to UC Berkeley SafeTREC. Every glance at a phone, navigation screen, or notification can have devastating consequences. If you suspect the other driver…
After a crash, the story isn’t always simple—and neither is the blame. One driver runs a light. Another is speeding. Someone else reacts too late. Suddenly, fingers start pointing, and the insurance company says you’re partially at fault for a car accident in California. That’s…
When you buy a vehicle, you expect it to run safely, smoothly, and as promised. When that vehicle instead returns to the dealership again and again for engine stalling, transmission problems, brake failures, or electrical defects, frustration quickly turns into concern. Multiple repair visits, lost…
When a serious car accident causes catastrophic injuries, standard auto insurance often runs out long before the costs are covered. Medical bills, lost income, long-term care, and wrongful death claims can easily exceed basic policy limits, especially in California. In those situations, umbrella insurance provides…
More than 230,000 people are injured in California car accidents every year—do you know what your rights are if it happens to you? A crash can derail your life, whether it happens on a packed Los Angeles freeway or along a quiet Sierra-foothill road. That’s…
A single moment of negligence can ripple through your entire life. In California, victims of car crashes, workplace accidents, and serious falls often find themselves fighting not just to heal, but to prove what happened. When multiple parties share fault or the injuries are catastrophic,…
After an accident, doctor visits, insurance calls, and unexpected bills can take over your life before you’ve even had time to process what happened. You’re in pain, overwhelmed, and unsure what to do next. Between wondering “Do I need a lawyer?” and “Can I even…
On any given day, California’s highways hum with over 936,000 registered motorcycles—more than any other state. For many riders, the Golden State’s year-round sunshine, ocean-view highways, and open roads are a way of life. But that freedom comes with a cost. California also ranks among…
They’re marketed as an easy way to get around town—zipping to work, class, or just exploring. However, the outcome rarely favors the rider when scooters and cars collide. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission reports that e-scooter injuries jumped 22% in 2022. Between 2017 and…
You’re driving down Ventura Boulevard in Los Angeles when another car collides with yours. Shaken but thinking you’re fine, you exchange information and head home. The next morning, you wake up sore, with a pounding headache and stiff neck, and realize the crash affected you…
A slip on a wet floor, a faulty machine, or one careless moment on the job—sometimes, that’s all it takes for a regular workday to turn into a medical emergency. Workplace injuries are all too common in California, where more than 18.7 million people work…
When someone gets seriously hurt because of another person’s actions, the costs go far beyond a hospital bill. You’re dealing with medical treatment, time away from work, long-term changes to your body, and everything that comes with it—pain, stress, and disruption to daily life. Catastrophic…
Turn to The Shirvanian Law Firm for the best representation after a car accident, truck accident, or other serious injury. With our firm, you can expect thorough and aggressive advocacy that delivers optimal results.