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When the driver who hit you has plates from Nevada, Arizona, or anywhere else outside California, the path to compensation suddenly feels less clear. Questions multiply: Which state’s laws apply? Where do you file a claim? What if the other driver simply goes home and ignores your calls? Understanding your rights in these situations…

If you have been injured in a car accident and hired an attorney to handle your case, you expect communication and dedication. But what happens when those expectations aren’t being met? Maybe your calls go unanswered for weeks, or you feel like your case has stalled without explanation. Perhaps you’ve lost confidence in your…

“Blood Alley” is the grim nickname given to a notoriously deadly segment of California’s Highway 46. Despite gradual safety improvements, this twenty-mile stretch remains perilous due to narrow lanes, heavy traffic, and limited safety features, and has been the site of hundreds of serious accidents caused by unsafe road design. When driving one of…

A fully loaded semi-truck becomes a weapon when critical components fail due to neglected maintenance or substandard repairs. Brake systems, tires, steering mechanisms, and even lighting systems that malfunction due to inadequate service can all lead to serious collisions in Bakersfield. Federal regulations mandate strict maintenance schedules and detailed inspection protocols, but some trucking…

When traffic lights malfunction or go dark, intersections that were once orderly can quickly become chaotic and dangerous. Serious accidents can happen as drivers struggle to navigate without clear traffic control. The question of fault in these situations isn’t always straightforward; liability may rest with individual drivers, government entities responsible for signal maintenance, or…

No one expects to be involved in a car accident. However, if the unthinkable occurs, it is essential to seek representation that will guide you toward justice and recovery. When Christian’s life was changed forever by the reckless actions of a truck driver, Rodriguez & Associates’ dedicated team of car accident attorneys was able…

When catastrophic injury turns your life upside down, who you choose to stand with you matters. Our dedicated Bakersfield car accident attorneys offer decades of experience representing individuals who have been seriously injured in car accidents and other serious accidents. In the video below, our client Patrick shares his experience working with Rodriguez &…

Key Takeaways: Rosamond Boulevard and B Street, along with Union Avenue and California Avenue in Bakersfield, tied for the most dangerous intersection in Kern County.  Bakersfield alone reported 2,918 intersection crashes over nearly five years, more than any other city in Kern County. Kern County’s intersection crash rate is 32.41% higher than the average…

Car accidents can have lasting emotional and physical consequences for those involved. If you have suffered a personal or catastrophic injury due to another driver’s negligence, seeking legal representation as soon as possible is crucial. Our top Bakersfield car accident attorneys at Rodriguez & Associates have decades of experience successfully representing car accident cases…

A question our Bakersfield personal injury attorneys are often asked is when to contact an attorney after a car accident. The answer is simple: right away. Rodriguez & Associates Senior Partner Joel Andreeson explains in the video below why contacting an attorney as soon as possible is important to the success of your car…