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Many times when consumers complain to the dealer or the auto manufacturer about their car's problems these complaints fall on deaf ears.  The dealer will pass the consumer from person to person or tell them to contact the manufacturer and the manufacturer will do the same.  This continuous bouncing from person to person typically does not end until the consumer obtains legal representation.  Once an attorney contacts... Read More

As you have probably seen in the movies and on television, we all have a Constitutional right to remain silent.  Therefore, when you get pulled over for suspicion of driving while intoxicated you can refuse to answer any questions and take the field sobriety tests.  In addition to the right to remain silent, you have a Constitutional right to counsel; therefore, you can tell the officer that pulls you over that you are not refusing to take a breathalyzer or a... Read More

When you get into a car accident California law requires you to report the accident to the DMV within 10 days of the accident if there was an injury, death or property damage and the damages exceeded $750.  The report is made on a form SR-1, which you can find on the DMV's website.  In order to complete the form you will need to obtain the other driver's full name, address, telephone number, date of birth,... Read More