Accident Attorney Blog

Motorcycles are gaining in popularity as people search for more economical forms of transportation.  In addition, motorcycles are a wonderful way to see our beautiful state while enjoying the freedom of the open road. Many riders enjoy the sense of adventure and freedom they feel when they are riding. Sadly, motorcycles are also one of the riskiest forms of transportation because of the lack of protection for the rider in the event of a crash. Many drivers simply do not see motorcycles because they are...

Drug and alcohol use by drivers is a serious problem in the United States. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reports that 10,265 people were killed during 2015 in alcohol-impaired driving accidents. California had the second highest number of alcohol-impaired fatalities (914) that year. It is estimated that drugs, legal and illegal, are involved in about 16% of traffic accidents. Drivers who are impaired by alcohol or drugs put everyone at risk. However, truck drivers who are driving under the influence of drugs or...

How long does it take you to commute to work? Do you dread getting in your vehicle every morning and every evening? Do you leave home earlier than necessary just to avoid some of the traffic of rush hour? According to the U.S. Department of Transportation, Americans spend an average of 25 minutes commuting to work each day. For some, a 25-minute commute sounds like a dream, especially for those who are locked in the gridlock of rush hour. A 25-minute commute can quickly turn into...

SLOW DOWN! How many times have you had a near miss with a speeding driver who is changing lanes erratically or running red lights? Have you been sitting a red light only to look up and see a driver approaching you at a high rate of speed? Do you want to scream at other drivers and ask them what the rush is today? We are all guilty of pushing the speed limit every once in a while when we are in a hurry or not...

If you are purchasing your teenager a car this year, safety is a priority. You want to choose a vehicle that will provide safe transportation for your child. Once you have purchased the vehicle, you should put together an “essential car kit” for your teen driver. Below is a list of essential items our car accident attorney believes you need in your car. Review each item in the car kit and explain why you should always have these items in any car they own. Spare...

It may not happen often; however, it does happen. Someone has a sudden emergency or a medical emergency while driving, and that driver causes a car accident. Does the emergency excuse the liability for the car wreck? Under California law, an emergency may be a legal defense to a car accident claim in some very narrow circumstances. California’s Sudden Emergency or Medical Emergency Defense Under California law, if a person has a sudden emergency or a medical emergency and causes a car wreck that person...

When you are in a car accident, you can sustain several types of damages. In all cases, there will be some level of property damage to your vehicle from the collision. The level of damage can depend on several factors including the speed at impact, the type of vehicles involved, and the type of crash (i.e. rear-end, side impact, head-on, etc.). For crashes that result in serious injuries, the victims may not be as concerned with repairing or replacing their vehicle because they are focused...

Fox40 is reporting that a landscaping worker was hit and killed along Del Paso Road last week. Sacramento police responded to a report of a truck crash around 11 a.m. However, when they arrived, they discovered a truck had struck a person, a tree, and a pole. The driver of the truck was transported to the hospital with serious injuries. Charges had not been filed at the time of the new report because the accident was still under investigation. Wrongful Death Claim or Workers’ Comp Claim...

You may have heard stories about insurance companies denying car accident claims to save money. While insurance companies do try to pay as little as possible to settle a car accident claim, some insurance companies have valid reasons for denying a claim. Below are several reasons why the insurance company may be denying your claim. Failure to Prove Fault To recover compensation for a car accident, you must prove the other driver caused the crash. If there is any doubt at all about fault, the...

One of the biggest expenses in a car accident case is the medical expenses. Medical bills in a car accident case can reach into the hundreds of thousands of dollars, especially for traumatic injuries such as spinal cord injuries, traumatic brain injuries, amputations, and multiple broken bones. Unfortunately, the insurance company for the other driver does not pay any medical bills until the case is settled, which could take a year or longer. Many accident victims cannot afford to pay the hospital, doctor, and other...