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You have probably seen those flashy TV commercials: a lawyer appears on screen, promises quick settlements, and says everything you want to hear after an accident. While these ads can be tempting, choosing a California personal injury lawyer based solely on television fame might not be best for you. At BANA LAW, PC, we believe ...

A spinal cord injury can change a person’s life in an instant. Simple tasks like walking, bathing, or even sitting may become challenging or sometimes impossible without help. At BANA LAW, PC, we believe in standing by people who face these serious injuries, making sure they have the support and legal representation they need. Below, ...

Riding a motorcycle is fun, but bad weather, like rain, fog, or snow, can make it dangerous. Wet roads can make your bike slip, and it’s harder to see other cars. In California, crashes in bad weather happen too often, and they can hurt you badly. At Banafshe Law Firm, PC, we help people who get ...

Self-driving cars, also called autonomous vehicles (AVs), are cars that can drive themselves. They use cameras, sensors, and computers to see the road, follow traffic rules, and avoid crashes. In California, these cars are tested under strict laws, like Cal. Veh. Code § 38750, to make sure they’re safe. Some self-driving cars need a human ...

Top Pedestrian Accident Lawyers: Get the Compensation You Deserve The Reality of Pedestrian Accidents Pedestrian accidents happen fast and leave behind physical and emotional damage. Pedestrian accidents happen for many reasons: low light, distracted or impaired driving, and more. If you or someone you love was hit while walking, you’re dealing with medical bills, pain ...

When crossing the street outside of a designated crosswalk in California, you’re entering what many call a legal and safety gray area. While recent legislative changes have relaxed the penalties for “jaywalking,” the physical dangers remain unchanged. Many pedestrians assume a quick dash across the street saves time without consequences—until they become part of California’s ...

Every year on January 2nd, we look back on an important piece of American road history—55 MPH Speed Limit Day. This day honors the moment in 1974 when President Richard Nixon signed the Emergency Highway Energy Conservation Act, which created the first national speed limit. It was set at 55 miles per hour. Why did ...

Car insurance is meant to protect you if there is an accident. But do you know that California is changing the rules about how much insurance you must have? Starting in 2025—and again in 2035—the state will require higher minimum coverage. Our experienced California car accident attorneys will discuss this further below. What Are Car ...

We see potholes on our roads all the time. They can cause your car to bounce around, pop your tire, or even cause an accident. But did you know there is a special day just to talk about potholes? That day is called National Pothole Day, and it happens every year on January 15th. This ...

When you think of driving in California, you might picture the sun, palm trees, and miles of open road. But many of these roads have potholes, and they can be more than just a bumpy ride. Potholes are holes or dips in the pavement caused by water, heavy traffic, and weather changes over time. If ...