Car Accident Injury in San Francisco
Lawyers at Brownstein Thomas describing Driving Law in California
The San Francisco auto accident attorneys at Brownstein Thomas, LLP are well-versed in California personal injury law and can represent your best interests if you have suffered an injury as a result of an auto accident. Place your trust in a personal injury firm that has the experience and determination to fight for your legal rights and aggressively seek and successfully obtain the financial compensation you are entitled to under California law.
California Driver Responsibility
According to California's Compulsory Financial Responsibility Law, which is included in the California Driver Handbook, if you drive or own a car you must maintain consistent liability insurance which include the following four types:
- An insurance certificate from the California Department of Motor Vehicles
- A $35,000 surety bond from a state licensed insurance company
- A $35,000 retainer made to the California Department of Motor Vehicles
- A liability insurance policy specifically for motor vehicles
Additionally, whenever you drive you must have in your possession written proof of the liability coverage and be prepared to present it to a law enforcement officer if requested. If you do not have it you could face a fine or having your car impounded. California law requires you to have coverage for every car you own and if you are involved in an accident and do not have insurance you could have your license suspended.
California Driving
Whether you are visiting California and plan to drive or have just moved to the state permanently, you should be knowledgeable about this law and all other laws relative to driving safely and legally in California. If you are involved in an accident, and sustain an injury, you should contact an experienced auto accident attorney like the ones practicing at the San Francisco firm of Brownstein Thomas, LLP. We are fluent in the California laws related to driving and personal injury and would be happy to explain in detail the specific requirements of the law. Call us today at 877.214.9714 to schedule your initial consultation or simply fill out our online quick contact form. We welcome the opportunity to discuss California driving laws with you.
