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What Happens in an Accident in a Rental Car?
Last week we did a post on how old you have to be in order to rent a car in California. as a followup to that, I wanted to explore the question about what to do if you are in an accident while in a rental car. What the procedures are. Who takes care of insurance. or how the insurance companies take care of it. and how your car accident lawyer comes into play. Below, I will go over all of these. as well as discuss whose car insurance will be responsible for the accident. If you are suffering from serious injuries due to an accident, please do not hesitate to contact us. Consultations with an accident attorney in our office are free!
How Old Do You Have to Be to Rent a Car?
Age to Rent a Car
Believe it or not, not that long ago major rental car companies would not even rent a car to someone who was under 25. These days are a little bit different, though. Though there is still a bit of scrutiny when it comes to those who are under the age of 25, many of the big rental car companies are allowing it. for instance, Advantage, Enterprise, and Budget rental cars will all rent to people who are between the ages of 21 and 24. However, if you are under 21, there may be additional challenges involved. Including adding extra fees to your rental agreement and requiring that you purchase the rental company’s insurance. Today, Silverthorne Attorneys answers: how old do you have to be to rent a car?
Attorney vs Lawyer? What’s the Difference?
Attorney Vs Lawyer
Did you know that there is actually a difference between an attorney and a lawyer. It wasn’t until I dove deep into the definitions of both that I came to realize that though these terms are used interchangeably in the United States, there are small and important differences between the two. Below, I will go over the difference of an attorney vs lawyer. Believe it or not, it actually does matter which word you use. and here is why.
What to Do After a Motorcycle Accident
On my way into work this morning, I noticed a lot more motorcycles on the road than usual. Which makes sense because the weather has been really nice lately. I have also seen a few accidents along the road that have included motorcycles. as most people can probably tell from reading my blog posts, I get a lot of inspiration on my morning and evening commutes. Today I am going to go over some tips on what to do after a motorcycle accident. If you are suffering from injuries due to a motorcycle accident, contact an accident lawyer in our office today. Consultations with an accident attorney at Silverthorne Attorneys are free.
Real Dangers of Brake Checking
I have a really bad habit of brake checking people who are tailgating me. Ever since I moved down to Southern California, I am a much more aggressive driver that way. However, since working for a car accident lawyer, I am much more aware of how dangerous brake checking (or testing) is. It can not only cause an accident, but you can seriously injure yourself or others on the road. If you are suffering from serious injuries due to the negligence of another, please do not hesitate to contact an injury attorney at Silverthorne Attorneys to discuss your case. Consultations are free!
How Long do Spare Tires Last?
I have been known to get a puncture in almost every tire of every car I have driven (knock on wood that it doesn’t happen to me anytime soon). Which means that I am familiar with riding on a spare until I can get myself to a mechanic. Today, on my way into work, I saw someone on the side of the road putting their spare tire on their car. Naturally that got me thinking, “how long can you really drive on a spare tire?” Working for a car accident lawyer, I want to go over some research I have found about driving on a spare, as well as some tips on changing your tire. If you are suffering from injuries due to the negligent actions of another, contact an auto accident attorney at Silverthorne Attorneys. Consultations are free.
Dangers of Biking Under the Influence
With the weather warming up, it is likely that people will be looking for other forms of transportation to get around. One of the most common I have seen here in Southern California is bicycling. and from what people have told me, it is actually quite common to drink and cycle. Working for an injury attorney, I learn something new about California law every single day. Today I am going to go over the dangers of biking under the influence, as well as the California Vehicle Code for cycling under the influence. If you are suffering from serious injuries due to the negligent actions of another, contact an accident lawyer at Silverthorne Attorneys to discuss your case. Consultations are free!
Getting Compensation for a BUI Accident
With Spring upon us and pretty soon Summer that means more people will be out boating. I have a lot of friends who enjoy taking their boats out on the water and enjoying the sun. I also know that during certain celebratory times, people have a tendency to drink while boating. Which can lead to serious injuries. If you were injured in a boating accident, contact an injury lawyer at Silverthorne Attorneys to discuss your case. as someone who has been injured due to the negligence of another, you have rights. Contact an accident lawyer in our office. Consultations are free.
What to Do When You Run Out of Gas
As someone who commutes everyday to and from work, I put a lot of miles on my car. and I go through a lot of gas weekly as well. Being the daughter of a mechanic and working for an injury lawyer, I know to fill up my tank at or before I hit a quarter tank left. and I know that most people will drive their car until they hit empty. My dad has always told me that that is actually bad for your car because then your car is running on fumes. So today I decided to put together some helpful tips on what to do if you run out of gas. If you or anyone you know have been injured in an accident, please do not hesitate to contact an accident attorney in our office. Consultations are free!
The Dynamics of Vehicle-Pedestrian Collisions
There different environmental conditions and individual actions that lead to a pedestrian being in the path of a moving vehicle. Sometimes, pedestrian accidents happen because not only one but both parties are not paying attention. With Spring upon us, that means that more people will be out on their bikes or walking. More foot traffic means that there is a great potential for accidents. Working for an accident attorney means that I am much more cautious when I am driving and walking. Therefore, I put together some interesting research I have done about the dynamics of vehicle-pedestrian collisions. If you are suffering from injuries due to an accident, please do not hesitate to contact a car accident lawyer at Silverthorne Attorneys today. Consultations are free!