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Recent Car Accident Articles

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When To Hire An Attorney After A Car Accident In California?

February 17, 2026 | Jude Redkey

A sudden car accident can completely upend your life. Between the pain, mounting medical bills, and confusing calls from insurance adjusters, it is easy to feel overwhelmed and unsure about what to…

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Why You Should Consider Putting a Dashcam in Your Car or Truck

January 12, 2026 | Jude Redkey

A sudden car accident can leave accident victims facing injuries, vehicle damage, and unanswered questions about fault. Many people assume police reports or witness statements will fully explain what…

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Five Strategies Insurance Companies Will Use to Try to Reduce the Value of Your Car Accident Injury Claim

June 3, 2025 | Jude Redkey

Following a motor vehicle crash in Stockton, you have the right to seek compensation from the at-fault party and their insurer. Depending on the nature of your accident and the scope of your…

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Alcohol a Suspected Factor in Deadly Wrong-Way Car Crash in San Joaquin County

April 23, 2025 | Jude Redkey

According to a report from ABC 10 News, alcohol is suspected as a factor in the devastating wrong-way crash that took the lives of three people in San Joaquin County. The tragic wreck is still…

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Three-Vehicle Crash Reported On Interstate-5 in Stockton

April 1, 2025 | Jude Redkey

According to a report from KCRA 3 News, a three-vehicle collision was recently reported on the northbound lanes of Interstate-5 in Stockton. Medics from the California Highway Patrol (CHP) were…

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Police Still Searching for Driver Who Fled Scene of Car Crash that Injured Six People in Stockton

February 19, 2025 | Jude Redkey

According to a report from CBS News, law enforcement are still searching for the driver who fled the scene of a collision that injured six people in Stockton. The accident happened in the overnight…

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What Does It Mean if My Vehicle is Declared a Total Loss After a Car Accident in Stockton?

December 18, 2024 | Jude Redkey

Were you involved in a significant motor vehicle collision in Stockton? If so, you may not currently be able to drive your vehicle. If the damage was bad enough, your car may not even be repairable…

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Should I Notify My Own Insurance Company After a Car Accident If Someone Else Was At Fault?

October 17, 2024 | Jude Redkey

Car accidents are consistently a leading cause of injuries in California. Insurance industry data shows that the average motorist in our region is involved in approximately four crashes over the…

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Your Guide to Roundabout Accidents in California

October 7, 2024 | Jude Redkey

A growing number of communities in California are installing roundabouts to help manage traffic. When designed properly, a roundabout can help to improve traffic flow—that is assuming that…

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Car Accident Claims: Right-on-Red Collisions

August 19, 2024 | Jude Redkey

How often do you turn right-on-red? In California, most drivers do it on a regular basis. Otherwise it is clearly marked otherwise, a right-on-red is presumptively lawful in our state. With that…

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Hurt in an Accident in Manteca? The Six Key Things You Need to Know About Dealing With Insurance Adjusters

July 29, 2024 | Jude Redkey

Were you or your loved one injured in an accident in Manteca? You are certainly not alone. Serious accidents happen—and they can put a lot of stress on the victim and their family. Through a personal…

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Serious Car Crashes Finally Falling Nationwide—But Rate is Still Elevated

July 24, 2024 | Jude Redkey

Recently, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) published the preliminary data for catastrophic motor vehicle collisions for the First Quarter of 2024. The federal agency found…

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Hurt in a Car Crash in Stockton? Be Ready for These Four Insurance Company Defense Strategies

June 21, 2024 | Jude Redkey

Motor vehicle collisions happen. The California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) reports that around 250,000 people are hurt in traffic accidents in the state on an annual basis. Through a claim,…

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Your Guide to Parking Lot Accidents in California

June 4, 2024 | Jude Redkey

A parking lot can be a hectic place. The National Safety Council (NSC) estimates that nearly 20 percent of all motor vehicle collisions in the United States happen in parking lots. While many of…

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Six All-Too-Common Myths About Car Accident Injury Claims in California

April 23, 2024 | Jude Redkey

There are car accidents reported every day in the San Joaquin Valley. The National Safety Council (NSC) estimates that nearly 5.4 million people are hurt in motor vehicle collisions nationwide each…

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Involved in a Sideswipe Accident in Stockton? A Guide to Your Rights

March 14, 2024 | Jude Redkey

Motor vehicle collisions happen every day. The National Safety Council (NSC) reports that more than 5 million people in the United States are injured in car accidents each year. Sideswipe accidents…

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What is the Process for Settling a Car Accident Injury Claim in California?

March 5, 2024 | Jude Redkey

The National Safety Council (NSC) reports there were 5.4 million “medically consulted injuries” in motor vehicle collisions reported in the United States in 2021 alone. These injuries resulted in…

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Navigating Emergency Vehicle Crashes in California: Your Options

January 30, 2024 | Jude Redkey

Police cruisers, ambulances, fire trucks, and other emergency service vehicles often need to operate very quickly to respond to a developing situation. Motorists in our state have a responsibility…

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Bicyclist Killed in a Tragic Car Accident in Stockton, California

December 20, 2023 | Jude Redkey

According to a report from ABC 10, a bicyclist was killed in a tragic collision in Stockton. The fatal automobile crash—which occurred on the evening of Sunday, November 26th—is still under a more…

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What to Do If You are Involved in a Crash at an Intersection in Lodi, California?

December 18, 2023 | Jude Redkey

Intersections can be risky. Indeed, the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) reports nearly one fourth of traffic accident injuries and traffic accident fatalities happen at intersections. This…

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Has Legalization Led to a Rise in Marijuana-Related Car Accidents? A New Study Says “Yes”

November 3, 2023 | Jude Redkey

According to a report from CNN, a recent study has linked the legalization of marijuana and cannabis-related products to a rise in drugged driving motor vehicle collisions. The study—which was…

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Teenager Killed, Two Other Teens Hurt in Tragic Rollover

October 3, 2023 | Jude Redkey

According to a report from KCRA 3 NBC News, a 16-year-old was killed and two other younger teenagers were injured in a rollover crash in Sacramento County. It is a horrific tragedy. Here, our…

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One Dead, Three Hurt in a Multi-Vehicle Highway Crash Near Manteca

September 22, 2023 | Jude Redkey

According to a report from CBS News Sacramento, one person was killed and three more people were hurt in a multi-vehicle crash just outside of Manteca. Within this article, our Manteca auto…

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Speed Cited as a Factor in a Fatal Crash in Stockton

September 21, 2023 | Jude Redkey

According to a report from ABC 10, a woman was killed in a motor vehicle collision on Interstate 5 (I-5) in Stockton. An initial investigation cited excessive speed as a factor in the crash. In…

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