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What Are the Most Common Causes of Car Accidents in California?

When a car crash happens, it often leaves behind more than just damaged vehicles. It creates medical bills, lost wages, emotional strain, and uncertainty about the future. At Henderson Law, for more than two decades, we have helped victims understand common causes of car accidents and what they mean in terms of legal or insurance consequences for you.

What Are the Most Common Causes of Car Accidents?

The precise cause of any given car accident can vary widely.

Construction Accident and Employer Responsibilities

Your employer is required to take all reasonable measures to ensure the safety of employees, but some industries are inherently dangerous. Construction is one of them. That being said, should an injury occur, it is important to understand your legal rights and employer responsibilities in a construction accident.

Michael Henderson has handled countless California workplace claims and has over 25 years of experience advocating for injured employees. Henderson Law has secured tens of millions of dollars for injured clients in Santa Rosa and across the state.

What to Do After a Truck Accident in California

It can be hard to know what to do after a truck accident. The injuries are often severe, the medical bills keep rising, and the stress of lost income can quickly build. Everything feels overwhelming.

Over our 20 years of providing truck accident legal help, we’ve seen how challenging it can be for folks just to take the first step to pursue compensation. That’s why we’ve put together this truck accident lawsuit guide.

Who Is Responsible If Someone Gets Hurt on Your Property in California?

Someone slips on a wet floor, trips on uneven pavement, or falls down a stairway without a handrail. Whether it happens at a house or storefront, it raises the same question: Who is responsible if someone gets hurt on your property?

In California, owners and occupiers must keep their property reasonably safe—whether it’s a private home, rental, office, or commercial space. You may face legal responsibility if someone gets hurt due to a hazard you failed to address.

Is the Driver Always at Fault for a Pedestrian Accident in California?

Many assume the driver is always responsible when a car hits a pedestrian. However, a pedestrian car accident is often more complex. Liability depends on multiple factors, including the actions of both the driver and the pedestrian. While drivers must operate their vehicles safely, pedestrians also must follow traffic laws. Understanding how fault is determined helps you navigate the legal process.

Understanding Fault in Pedestrian Car Accidents

Negligence, the legal principle establishing fault when someone fails to act with reasonable care,