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Top Mistakes to Avoid After a Car Crash

Top Mistakes to Avoid After a Car Crash Car accidents are overwhelming, stressful, and often disorienting. In the aftermath, the decisions you make can significantly impact your physical health, legal rights, and financial recovery. At Pyramid Legal, we’ve seen how avoidable errors can jeopardize even the strongest claims. This guide covers the top mistakes to…

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Common Causes of Rear-End Collisions

Rear-end collisions are one of the most frequent types of car accidents in the United States. Often occurring in heavy traffic or at intersections, these accidents can cause serious injuries and significant property damage. At Pyramid Legal, we help accident victims understand their rights and seek the compensation they deserve. In this blog, we explore…

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How Long Do You Have to File a Car Accident Claim?

After a car accident, knowing how long you have to file a car accident claim is critical. Missing the deadline could mean losing your right to receive compensation for medical bills, property damage, and other losses. At Pyramid Legal, we help clients understand their rights and take timely legal action—so they don’t miss out on…

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What to Do After a Car Accident in California

Getting into a car accident can be a shocking and overwhelming experience—especially when you’re unsure of what to do next. At Pyramid Legal, we guide clients through the aftermath of collisions with clarity and confidence. Whether it’s a minor fender bender or a serious crash, knowing your rights and responsibilities is essential for protecting your…

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What Happens If You Hit a Pedestrian Not in a Crosswalk?

Pedestrian accidents are some of the most serious and life-altering incidents on the road. When a driver hits a pedestrian, the physical, emotional, and financial consequences can be overwhelming for everyone involved. While pedestrians have certain legal protections, not being in a crosswalk at the time of the accident introduces additional complexities regarding fault and…

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What Happens to a Settlement When a Person Dies?

The loss of a loved one is always a devastating experience, but it can become even more complicated when legal settlements are involved. Whether the deceased person was pursuing a personal injury claim or had already reached a settlement, their passing can introduce legal challenges and uncertainties. Families often face questions about how settlements are…

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How Long After an Accident Can You File a Claim?

After a car accident, dealing with the aftermath can feel overwhelming, especially when managing medical bills, vehicle repairs, and insurance claims. It’s important to remember that filing your claim promptly is essential. Insurance companies and state laws impose strict deadlines for filing claims, and missing these deadlines can jeopardize your ability to recover compensation. Understanding…

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What is comparative fault in California?

Comparative fault is a legal concept that affects how compensation is distributed in personal injury cases. It allows multiple parties to share the responsibility for an accident based on their level of fault. In California, this system plays a crucial role in determining how much a plaintiff can recover, even if they are partially to…

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Does California have damage caps?

In California, damage caps play a significant role in determining the compensation that individuals can receive in personal injury lawsuits. These caps are legal limits placed on the amount of money that can be awarded for certain types of damages, particularly in cases involving non-economic losses like pain and suffering. This guide provides a comprehensive…

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Will My Personal Injury Case Go to Trial?

When you’re involved in a personal injury case, one of the biggest questions you might have is whether your case will end up going to trial. The answer isn’t straightforward because it depends on many different factors—some that are in your control and others that aren’t. Most personal injury cases are settled out of court,…