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Fox40 reported on a tragic head-on collision that injured one person and killed another person. The crash occurred around 5 a.m. less than a mile south of the Highway 50 exit on Scott Road in Folsom. The Folsom Police said three vehicles were involved in the collision that closed down Scott Road until later that afternoon. A 19-year old driver crossed the center line striking two vehicles before crashing into a ditch. The driver of the vehicle died at the accident scene. One driver was transported...

Being involved in a traffic accident is a traumatic experience, even if you are not seriously injured. However, even low-speed collisions can cause serious injuries. When the other driver is at fault for the crash, you are entitled to seek compensation for your injuries, losses, and damages through an accident claim. Making a successful accident claim can be difficult, especially if the insurance company for the other driver is challenging fault. Therefore, there are some statements you should avoid saying after a traffic accident because...

Being in a traffic accident is a traumatic event. In a split second your life can be turned upside down by a distracted, drowsy, drunk, or reckless driver. It may be difficult to think straight after a traffic accident. You are dealing with physical pain from injuries as well as emotional stress. You may be worried about bills too. A Sacramento personal injury attorney can help you sort through the legal issues so that you can focus on your recovery. Contact the [firm-name] at (916) 999-9000 to...

KCRA reported on a wrong-way driver accident last month in Sacramento County that took the life of the driver and a passenger. According to reports, the driver and his passenger died when their vehicle crashed into another vehicle while travelling the wrong-way on Highway 99 in Sacramento County. The wrong-way collision happened just north of Elkhorn Boulevard in the southland lanes of Highway 99. The driver of the other vehicle was transported to UC Davis Medical Center with serious injuries. The CHP said that alcohol...

When you’re involved in a car accident, you are often sore even if you don’t have a major injury. You may find it difficult to perform your regular tasks because you’re stiff from a sprain or strain. With most traffic accident injuries, rest is an important part of recovery. You may want to return to work and return to your daily activities right after a traffic accident; however, this could slow your recovery. It is important that you give your body the time it needs...

When you are injured in a personal injury accident, you suffer financial, physical, and emotional damages. Lost wages are a portion of the financial damages you suffer as the result of being injured by another person. Under California personal injury laws, you are entitled to receive compensation for your lost wages. However, you must prove that you suffered damages and the value of those damages. For lost wages, the easiest way to prove damages is to gather information regarding your income prior to and after...

Car accidents often cause head, neck, and back injuries. In some cases, these injuries can result in permanent disabilities. However, another issue is often unnoticed at the time — emotional stress caused by the collision. In fact, some people may experience emotional problems even if no physical injuries are apparent. A study showed that traffic accidents were the most frequent traumatic event for males and the second most frequent traumatic event for females. Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) has been discovered to...

There are several things you must take care of in the days and weeks after a car crash. Your top priority should be your health; however, you must also take care of various things such as reporting the accident to law enforcement and filing an insurance claim. If you take the right steps after a crash, you can maximize the amount of compensation you receive for your accident claim. Are you feeling overwhelmed trying to recover from your physical injuries while dealing with insurance adjusters,...

Back-to-school season brings with it lots of excitement for teens as they gain more independence. Daily commutes to school, homecomings, football games, and proms. You’re going to worry when your kids are out on the road, sure, but [firm-name] personal injury lawyers have some tips to help you prepare them for the time they’re spending in cars without you — whether they’re behind the wheel or in the passenger seat. 1. BUCKLE UP One in four teens doesn’t wear a seatbelt every time they’re in...

Have you seen adults walking around looking at their cell phone as if they are using it as a microscope or binoculars? Do they seem oblivious to what is going on around them as they stare at the cell phone screen as if they are searching for gold? If so, you just witnessed the latest phenomenon to sweep the planet – Pokémon Go. Are you addicted to Pokémon Go? If so, you are not alone. Pokémon Go has swept through the nation and around the...