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Reckless driving is a common cause of traffic-related accidents throughout California and the United States.  More drivers are not taking the task of driving as seriously as they once did. Therefore, more drivers are causing accidents because of their carelessness, negligence and recklessness. If a reckless driver has injured you, you may be entitled to receive compensation for your injuries. Call (916) 999-9000 for a free appointment with a Sacramento car accident attorney. Tips for Avoiding a Reckless Driving Accident Allow plenty of room between you and the...

The California Highway Patrol is educating and raising awareness for safe driving habits by offering free driver safety classes targeted to both teenage drivers and senior citizens. Class for Teen Drivers As reported by The Sacramento Bee, The North Sacramento division of the California Highway Patrol is offering a Start Smart class for teenagers. Parent and guardian attendance is strongly recommended for both classes on June 13th and June 27th from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. in the conference room at the Sacramento Water and Sewer Treatment Plant...

According to Fox40 News, another driver struck a pregnant woman’s vehicle at the intersection of Cirby Way and Foothills Boulevard. The car crash caused the intersection to be shut down for several hours. Observers at the scene said that both cars were passing other drivers on the right-hand shoulder of the lane, which led to both cars striking another car making a left turn into the same intersection when that driver ran a red light. The driver of the Toyota Corolla that ran the red light...

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...

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...

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...

The answer to this question is “it depends.” Ever car accident claim is different; therefore, it is unclear whether one defense or another defense could have a significant impact on your claim. However, California does allow defendants to use the seat belt defense and, if a defendant is successful, it could have a huge impact on the amount of money you receive for your claim. If you were injured in a car accident and you were not wearing your seat belt, you need an experienced...

The Northern California Record is reporting that a lawsuit has been filed in the Fresno County Superior Court against California Home for the Aged, Inc. and several other defendants. The complaint alleges that the home, doing business as California Armenian Home, and other defendants are guilty of medical malpractice, elder abuse, negligence, wrongful death, willful misconduct, and violating residents’ rights. The plaintiff alleges her father died after the defendants failed to provide the required care for his chronic constipation. The complaint alleges the staff ignored symptoms and...

According to KSL News, a Sacramento man faces numerous charges in relation to an alleged road rage incident earlier this month in Utah. The Sacramento man is charged with several felonies including possession of a firearm by a restricted person, illegal discharge of a firearm, and aggravated assault. The charges stem from an incident of road rage earlier during the day. A couple from Colorado reported that a man in a truck they passed about 10 miles back raced up behind them and rammed their...

According to information provided by the Northern California Record, a passenger in an Uber vehicle has filed a lawsuit in San Francisco County for damages sustained in a car wreck. The complaint alleges the Uber passenger sustained injuries when the Uber driver and another driver entered an intersection at the same time causing a collision. The crash occurred at the intersection of Delores Street and 29th Street. California is a Fault State California is a fault state for insurance claims and personal injury claims. This...