TRAGIC PEDESTRIAN ACCIDENT KILLS SACRAMENTO TEEN
Last month, Alexis Landeros, was crossing Marconi Avenue when she was struck and killed in a pedestrian accident, according to a report by The Sacramento Bee. A driver traveling in the eastbound slow lane struck the teenager as she crossed the street in Arden Arcade near Ashbourne Drive. The driver of the Jeep Wrangler tried to swerve to miss the young woman but was unable to do so. Landeros was pronounced dead after being transported to a local hospital. According to the California Highway Patrol,...
CAR ACCIDENT CONCUSSION WARNING SIGNS
Head injuries are common in car accidents. The force of the impact causes your body to be thrown forward so that your head strikes the steering wheel or the dashboard. A side impact can result in your head hitting the window or doorframe. Even if your head does not strike an object, you could suffer brain damage from the force of the impact causing your brain to move violently within your skull. Common Signs of a Concussion If you or your child was in a...
FIVE WAYS DRIVERS ARE DANGEROUS FOR BICYCLISTS
Bicycles are becoming a popular form of recreation and exercise. Bicycles have long been a form of inexpensive transportation for many people. However, even though drivers know they must share the road with bicyclists, many drivers fail to take steps to avoid a bicycle accident. Below are five ways drivers are dangerous for bicyclists. Open Doors in Front of Bicyclists Car doors are a problem for bicyclists, especially in the city where cars are parked along the road. A driver parallel parks, gets his things...
WHY DO I NEED AN INDEPENDENT EYEWITNESS FOR MY CAR ACCIDENT CASE?
Have you been injured in a car accident? Are you worried about how you will pay the medical bills? Who will reimburse you for your lost income and other expenses? How will you get another vehicle? These are just a few of the questions that may be keeping you awake at night. Our Sacramento car accident attorneys can answer these questions and other questions about a car accident claim. We understand you may be frustrated and worried after a car accident. The insurance adjuster for...
HOW DOES A PRE-EXISTING MEDICAL CONDITION IMPACT MY CAR ACCIDENT CLAIM?
Is an insurance adjuster telling you that you cannot recover full compensation for your car accident claim because of a pre-existing medical condition? If so, you need to understand your legal rights! Using a pre-existing medical condition to deny or decrease the value of an accident claim is a common tactic for many insurance companies. Before you discuss your claim any further with the insurance adjuster or sign any documents, contact our Sacramento car accident attorney for a free consultation. Call our office at (916) 999-9000 to...
NECK AND BACK INJURIES IN A CAR ACCIDENT
When you hear about serious injuries in a car accident that are costly and significantly impact a person’s life, the injuries usually involve amputations, paralysis, traumatic brain injury, or damage to internal organs. However, injuries that may not appear at first to be serious can often result in permanent life changes and financial stress. Back Injuries That Can Change Your Life Injury to any part of the back can result in serious medical conditions. The impact from a car crash can injury any part of...
NECK AND BACK INJURIES IN A CAR ACCIDENT
When you hear about serious injuries in a car accident that are costly and significantly impact a person’s life, the injuries usually involve amputations, paralysis, traumatic brain injury, or damage to internal organs. However, injuries that may not appear at first to be serious can often result in permanent life changes and financial stress. Back Injuries That Can Change Your Life Injury to any part of the back can result in serious medical conditions. The impact from a car crash can injury any part of...
WHY IS FATIGUED DRIVING DANGEROUS?
Fatigued driving, also referred to as drowsy driving, has become a major concern in the United States. A poll conducted by the National Sleep Foundation revealed that more than a third of Americans have fallen asleep while driving. In addition, 60 percent of the respondents admit they operated a motor vehicle while drowsy during the past year. According to the NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration), about 100,000 traffic accidents in the United States each year involve fatigued driving. These fatigued driving accidents result in roughly 71,000 injuries...
I WAS INJURED AS A PASSENGER IN A MOTORCYCLE ACCIDENT? WHAT ARE MY RIGHTS?
Motorcycling is increasing in popularity in Sacramento and throughout the United States. As more people search for cost-effective means of transportation, motorcycles are becoming a solution. For many, it is more about enjoying the beautiful weather and gorgeous scenery in and around Sacramento. Whatever the reason, motorcycling is becoming a very popular activity. Unfortunately, other drivers may not pay enough attention to the road to notice motorcycles. Distracted, aggressive, and impaired driving are common reasons for motorcycle accidents. Road debris and road conditions also account...
DRIVING TIPS FOR THE THANKSGIVING HOLIDAY
The holidays are a wonderful time of year. The holiday season is filled with family, friends, and wonderful holiday traditions. The holidays also bring traffic, stress, and frustration along with the merrymaking. Millions of people travel during the holiday season, beginning with Thanksgiving and continuing through the New Year. Because more people will be on the roads during the holidays and nerves can be on edge as everyone tries to get those last-minute errands finished or get out of town, it is important to stay...