CAN I RECOVER COMPENSATION FOR A CAR ACCIDENT IF I AM UNINSURED?
The simple answer is “maybe.” There are several factors to consider before answering this question. In the article below, our Sacramento car accident attorneys examine when an uninsured driver may obtain compensation for all damages under California’s Prop 213 law....
HOW TO AVOID A HEAVY EQUIPMENT ACCIDENT ON A CONSTRUCTION SITE?
You can find heavy machinery on almost every construction site. The size and number of machines required to complete construction vary, but they all have one thing in common. Unfortunately, heavy equipment can cause traumatic injuries and deaths in construction...
SHOULD I USE A PERSONAL INJURY SETTLEMENT CALCULATOR TO DETERMINE THE VALUE OF MY CLAIM?
A common myth associated with accident cases in California is the existence of a personal injury settlement calculator. The calculator is used to determine the value of your claim. Some websites offer “free settlement calculators” for accident victims who want...
FIVE COMMON SIGNS OF ELDER ABUSE
Elderly individuals may not be able to speak up when they are being subjected to abuse or neglect. Therefore, it is important to watch for common signs of elder abuse in nursing homes, assisted living facilities, and private residences. It...
SAFETY TIPS AFTER A SACRAMENTO CAR ACCIDENT
Car accidents are one of the most common causes of personal injury in Sacramento and throughout the United States. Each year, thousands of people in our area are injured in automobile accidents. We often discuss the long-term consequences of a...
THE CONSEQUENCES OF TRAUMA AFTER A TRAFFIC ACCIDENT
The immediate aftermath of a traffic accident can be overwhelming. Many accident victims are in shock and unaware of the extent of their injuries. They are also unaware of the impact that the trauma of the crash will have on...
WHAT DO YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT DUI ACCIDENTS IN SACRAMENTO?
Alcohol-impaired driving accidents caused hundreds of thousands of injuries and deaths each year in the United States. In 2017, DUI accidents resulted in 10,874 fatalities, which totaled 29 percent of all traffic deaths that year. California had the second highest...
WHAT DO YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT A SLIP AND FALL ACCIDENT INVOLVING YOUR CHILD?
When you think about a slip and fall accident, you may not immediately think about a child as the victim. However, children can be injured in falls just as adults. Slip and fall accidents can cause spinal cord injuries and...
WHAT IS THE DEADLINE TO FILE A LAWSUIT FOR MY ACCIDENT IN CALIFORNIA?
If you are involved in a traffic accident, you may be entitled to compensation for your injuries and damages if the other driver was at fault. Under California’s personal injury laws, a person who causes an accident can be held...
CAN A DRIVER REFUSE TO FILE AN ACCIDENT ON HIS CAR INSURANCE?
California is an at-fault state for car accidents. Accident victims must prove that the other driver caused the collision to recover compensation for damages and losses. Proving fault is a key element in car accident cases, including cases involving car...