Accident Injury Blog

Surgical errors are a common cause of medical malpractice claims. Mistakes can be made at any step in the process from pre-op to post-op. Mistakes can also be made by the doctor or any one of the medical professionals assisting the surgeon. An error made during surgery can have life-altering consequences for the patient. Sadly, some errors result in death. When an error is because of medical negligence, the patient has the right to seek compensation for his or her damages. Call (916) 999-9000 to speak with...

Older adults have a higher risk of death from traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) than other age groups. Because elderly adults have an increased risk of falls due to health conditions, medications, and age, TBIs were the leading cause of death for persons 65 years of age and older. In addition, motor vehicle accidents were the third leading cause of TBIs for all age groups. If you suspect that a loved one has suffered a brain injury, you should seek immediate medical help. A brain injury can result...

There are many things to be concerned about after an accident. However, the most important thing to take care of after a car accident is your health. Your car can be replaced and our attorneys can handle your accident claim; however, only you can take care of your health. Taking care of your health includes making and keeping follow-up appointments with your doctors. Regardless of your reason, failing to seek medical treatment or failing to attend follow-up appointments can not only jeopardize your health, but...

The moments immediately following a car accident are chaotic and frightening, especially if you have never been in a car accident. The weeks and months following the accident can be frustrating as you try to heal from your injuries. On top of everything, you may have an aggressive insurance adjuster demanding that you provide certain information and pushing you to settle your claim. What you do and say after a car accident can have an enormous impact on your ability to settle your claim for...

There are so many warnings for fatigued and drowsy drivers that you may wonder why anyone would drive if they are tired. We know that driving while we are tired is extremely dangerous and it increases our risk for being involved in a serious traffic accident so why do we drive tired knowing the dangers? People who drive when they are tired may be driving that way because: They are on medications that have side effects that cause drowsiness. Some people drive after working the...

Riding a motorcycle is a dream for many drivers. The feeling of the wind on your face as you enjoy the open road driving through the mountains or weaving through traffic in an urban jungle. It also makes you feel a bit like an adventurer as you control this powerful machine under you. However, driving a motorcycle can be dangerous too. Motorcycle accidents can result in traumatic injuries. If you choose a motorcycle as your main mode of transportation, you need to be cautious and...

How safe do you feel with self-driving vehicles on the road? If you are a little nervous about riding in a self-driving vehicle, you are not alone. AAA released a new report stating that three-quarters of individuals surveyed stated they felt “afraid” of riding in a self-driving vehicle. Only 10 percent of the respondents stated they would feel safer sharing the road with self-driving vehicles. One of the arguments for self-driving vehicles is that they reduce the risk of accidents. However, a recent Uber accident...

Have you been injured in a car accident? Are you dealing with an insurance adjuster for the other driver? Do you know your legal rights regarding a car accident claim? Is the insurance adjuster pushing you to accept a settlement? It is important that you understand your legal rights when dealing with an insurance adjuster. Many people have never been injured in a car accident; therefore, they are not aware of certain rights they have regarding a claim. An insurance adjuster may take advantage of...

Choosing a personal injury attorney can be stressful. You want an attorney who will provide exception service at a reasonable price. You need an attorney who will put your best interest first so that you can rest assured the attorney will fight for maximum compensation for your injuries. You must have an attorney you trust. So, how do you find this attorney? You look for an attorney who has all the characteristics of a great personal injury attorney. The Sacramento personal injury attorneys of The...

When you are injured in a traffic accident, you may not know what to do first. Your first priority should be seeking medical attention. Your health is the most important thing following an accident. However, you must also make it a priority to consult with a Sacramento car accident attorney as soon as you can after the accident. Your time to file a lawsuit to recover compensation is limited; therefore, you don’t want to put off seeking legal counsel. Our Sacramento accident lawyers want to...