Accident Injury Blog

If you have never been involved in a traffic accident, it can be difficult to know the steps to take to protect your legal rights. Unfortunately, some of the steps that you take immediately following an accident can have a profound impact on your accident claim. If you were injured in a traffic accident, we urge you to call (916) 999-9000 to speak with a Sacramento car accident attorney. Your first consultation is free of charge. We want you to know your rights and options...

If you have been injured in a motorcycle accident caused by a negligent or careless driver, you might be entitled to recover money from the driver who caused the crash. However, before accepting a settlement from the other driver’s insurance company, it is helpful to understand the factors that impact the amount of compensation you are entitled to receive for your claim. It is also helpful to consult a Sacramento motorcycle accident attorney before accepting a settlement. The insurance adjuster will not tell you if...

Is the Insurance Settlement Offer Fair Considering Your Injuries? It would be much easier to settle accident claims if insurance companies simply paid full compensation for each claim. However, that is not the case. Insurance companies are in business to make money — paying accident claims is not good for the company’s profit margin. Some insurance adjusters offer fair settlement offers, but many do not. Below are warning sides that the insurance company may be trying to settle your claim for less than it is...

Being involved in a traffic accident is a stressful event regardless of the circumstances. However, when a hit-and-run driver causes the accident, it can make things even more difficult. Typically, when a driver causes a collision, you can sue that driver for compensation for your damages. However, when the driver illegally leaves the accident scene, recovering money for your injuries can be more difficult, but it is possible. The steps you take after a hit-and-run accident can make a huge impact on your personal injury...

When you are injured in a fall, you are concerned with getting the medical care you need to heal from your injuries. As you recover, you begin to realize that you may have a claim against the property owner for your damages. Our Sacramento slip and fall attorneys can help you seek compensation for your injuries from the property owner. As we discuss your slip and fall claim, we may use several legal terms that are new to you. Below are explanations of some of...

Chest pain after a car accident could be caused by the stress of a collision; however, chest pain can also be a symptom of a severe injury. In some cases, pain can be an indication of a life-threatening condition. You should never ignore any type of pain after a car accident, especially chest pain. It is always in your best interest to seek medical attention as soon as possible after a car accident. Injuries That Can Cause Chest Pain After a Traffic Accident Because of...

Have you been injured by a reckless or negligent driver? Did a defective car part or a dangerous road condition cause a crash? If you have been injured in a traffic accident, you may be entitled to recover compensation from the party who caused your accident. Financial Costs of a Sacramento Traffic Accident Traffic accidents result in billions of dollars in financial losses each year in the United States. The Centers for Disease Control estimated that lost wages and medical costs from crash deaths alone...

Tailgating is dangerous regardless of the vehicles involved.  However, when you are tailgating a commercial truck, you are increasing your risk of a deadly car crash. You may have seen signs on large trucks advising you to remain several hundred feet from the rear of the truck. You should take these warning very seriously and avoid following a truck too closely to reduce your risk of being severely injured in a large truck accident. Consequences of Tailgating a Large Truck According to information from the National...

Every driver in California is required to maintain minimum insurance coverage. Drivers are required to have $15,000 in liability insurance for bodily injury or death ($30,000 per incident) and $5,000 in liability insurance for property damage. Liability insurance pays compensation to victims when you cause an accident. To meet your financial responsibility, you can purchase an insurance policy from a licensed insurance company, place a cash deposit of $35,000 with the DMV, apply for a surety bond of $35,000, or obtain a DMV-issued self-insurance certificate. Most...

One of the most frustrating or infuriating statements after a car accident that an insurance adjuster can say to a victim is, “It was just a fender bender so your injuries cannot be that severe.” Many people, including insurance adjusters, believe that “fender benders” or low-speed collisions equal minor injuries. For some reason, insurance adjusters want to equate the amount of property damage to the vehicles with the severity of your injuries. This assumption makes no sense except in one sense — to settle your injury claim...