Accident Injury Blog

Are you going on a summer road trip?  If so, you may want to consider purchasing a global positioning system (GPS), especially if you are travelling to an unfamiliar destination. A GPS can help prevent some scary moments by preventing you from becoming lost in a dangerous area of an unfamiliar town. What is the Global Positioning System (GPS)? The Global Positioning System (GPS) is a satellite-based navigation system made up of a network of 24 satellites placed into orbit by the U.S. Department of...

Teen Driver Deaths: 2,163 teens lost their lives in car accidents in the United States during 2013 — 72 of those deaths occurred in California. Fatalities of teen drivers increased in California by 26.4 percent from 2013 to 2014. 100 Deadliest Days Begins Memorial Day Weekend begins the “100 Deadliest Days” of summer according to AAA.  Teen drivers are at a higher risk of being involved in a car accident during the summer compared to any other time of the year. This is partly due to school being...

In a tragic motorcycle accident, two motorcyclists were killed when a driver made a left hand turn in front of the riders. The accident took place on Highway 113 just south of Dixon. The driver of the Dodge Charger failed to yield the right of way causing the motorcyclists to collide with the front end of the Charger. The riders were thrown from their motorcycles after colliding with the vehicle. What Can the Legal System Do for Families of Motorcycle Accident Victims? We hear tragic...

Have you been hurt by a defective produce? Did a distracted driver cut you off and cause a car accident? Did a commercial truck driver who has driven too many hours cause a crash? Were you injured in a store after falling because of a dangerous condition the store did not fix? If so, you may have a personal injury claim against the party responsible for your accident. Under California’s personal injury laws, you may be entitled to compensation for your losses, injuries, and damages...

When you think about a motor vehicle accident, you usually think about two or more cars crashing, a commercial truck colliding with a passenger vehicle, or an accident involving a motorcycle. You typically do not think about a motor vehicle accident involving an airplane but anything can happen. A skydiving plane crashed hitting a pickup truck on its way to the ground. The plan clipped the rear of the truck before it entered a vineyard and flipped over on Highway 99 in Lodi, CA. Thankfully, no one...

According to the California Highway Patrol, a female passenger of a vehicle traveling southbound on Walnut Avenue died as the result of injuries sustained in a head-on collision when the driver of the vehicle swerved into oncoming traffic. The driver of the other vehicle was unable to avoid the collision. Head-On Collisions Result in Catastrophic Injuries Head-on collisions are often the cause of car accident fatalities and catastrophic injuries due to the severity of the impact. For those who survive head-on collisions, their lives are usually changed...

Swimming is an excellent way to enjoy an afternoon with family and friends. It is always an excellent form of exercise that many people use to stay physically fit and healthy. However, pool accidents are more common that you may realize. Pool accidents result in thousands of injuries and deaths each year in the United States. If you have a pool, it is vital that you take steps to protect yourself and others. Pool accidents can happen in a matter of seconds. Do not let your family...

What is a Spinal Cord Injury? According to the Mayo Clinic, a spinal cord injury is damage to any part of the spinal cord (vertebrae, ligaments, or disks) or the nerves at the end of the spinal cord. Because of the potential for permanent damage that affects a variety of bodily functions or causes paralysis, a spinal cord injury alters a person’s life forever. Common causes of spinal cord injuries include: Motor vehicle and motorcycle accidents Falls Acts of violence Sports and recreation injuries Alcohol Diseases Approximately 35%...

No one wants to place a loved one in a nursing home; unfortunately, there are times when it cannot be avoided. In some cases, your loved one needs constant personal and/or medical care that you are unable to provide. In those cases, a nursing home may be the best solution for a difficult situation. When you must place your loved one in a nursing home, it is vital that you take steps to ensure your love done does not become a victim of nursing home...

What Is A Pain And Suffering Journal? Have you been injured in a DUI accident? Did you fall in the grocery store because of a wet floor? Did a reckless driver collide with your bicycle causing a crash? If so, you may be entitled to compensation under California’s personal injury laws. Whenever a person is injured due to another person’s reckless, careless, or negligent acts or behavior, that person is entitled to be reimbursed for his or her economic and non-economic losses. You can help your...