School will soon be out for the summer, which means more youngsters and teens taking their bikes on the road. Unfortunately, CA consistently has some of the highest numbers of bicycle accidents and fatalities. Keep your child safe while biking this summer with these tips: Studies show most biking accidents take place in urban areas.… Read More
If you’ve been injured in a bike vs. car accident you may be surprised to learn that your car insurance may cover some of your expenses. What’s available to you will depend on the type and amount of insurance that you carry. Uninsured and Underinsured Drivers Studies show that approximately 15% of all California drivers… Read More
The dramatic rise in gasoline prices has even more people riding their bikes to work as well as for recreation. Bicycle accidents continue to increase and unfortunately, the state of California has the highest rate of bicycle accident fatalities with over 140 each year. Most Common Causes of Bike Accidents Despite many urban and suburban… Read More
Bicycling in California is very popular both to enjoy the outdoors and for the practical purposes of commuting. With New Year’s Resolutions in full swing, many more people are considering the fitness benefits biking offers as well. But along with increasing numbers of bicyclists comes an increasing number of accidents. California has now hit a… Read More
In 2019 there were 846 bicyclists who died in traffic accidents according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Many of these crashes could have been avoided if both drivers and cyclists obeyed traffic laws and were diligent about watching out for one another. Below are some do’s and don’ts for preventing bike accidents:… Read More
It’s back to school time and just as children are preparing for a new morning routine, drivers commuting to work need to adjust as well. The Automobile Association of America’s (AAA) annual campaign, “School’s Open – Drive Carefully” offers the following tips for drivers to protect children traveling to and from school: Build extra time… Read More
As the end of the school year draws near teens are itching to be done and get out and enjoy some summer fun. This year that desire may be particularly ramped up due to the restrictions young people have endured during the last two school years because of the coronavirus pandemic. Although your child may… Read More
Schools are out and the days are longer and that means more bicyclists of all ages will be on the road. California also has the most cities ranked in the top 20 for bike commuting. All of this adds up to the need for extra vigilance both for drivers and bikers. Below are some common… Read More
Have you ever experienced something that led to you sustaining an injury, but you felt unsure if that experience would be considered “bad” enough to file a personal injury lawsuit? Perhaps the latter has never even crossed your mind until now. You’re not alone! Many people experience events that can alter the course of their… Read More
Personal injury claims can arise from a wide variety of accidents and situations. Our Sacramento personal injury lawyers have extensive experience handling many types of personal injury claims including: Car Accidents Bicycle Accidents DUI Accident Brain Injuries Motorcycle Crashes Elder Abuse Claims Dog Attacks Pedestrian Accidents Defective Products (Product Liability Claims) Pedestrian Accidents Slip and… Read More