Car Accident Blog

The damages caused by an accident vary depending on the types of injuries, the severity of injuries, and other factors. Valuing an accident claim can be difficult, especially in cases involving traumatic injuries or permanent disabilities. Carefully documenting damages is essential for maximizing the compensation for an accident claim. However, how to document the pain and suffering caused by an accident injury? What Are Pain And Suffering Damages? Pain and suffering damages are non-economic damages. Economic damages, including loss of income and medical expenses, can...

Failure to yield the right of way is a common cause of traffic accidents in Sacramento. In addition to receiving a traffic ticket, a driver who fails to yield the right of way might be liable in a civil action if the failure to yield causes a car accident. What Causes a Failure to Yield Accident? Drivers must yield the right of way in numerous situations. Failing to yield the right of way means that the driver must stop and wait for other drivers or...

Neck pain is a common symptom experienced by many people after a car accident. However, what does neck pain indicate? Is neck pain a symptom of a serious car accident injury? Will it go away by itself in a few days or weeks? These questions can only be answered by a medical professional. Neck pain is an example of why it is important to seek medical treatment after a car accident. Neck pain could be a mild case of whiplash that will go away with...

Concussions are common car accident injuries. A concussion can result from a blow to the head, such as hitting your head on the steering wheel, window, or dashboard. It can also occur if your head is struck by an object flying around in the vehicle. In some cases, a concussion may occur from your head being violently whipped back and forth during the initial impact (whiplash). Regardless of the cause, a concussion can result in long-term impairments and complications. A Sacramento accident attorney can help...

Whiplash is a common soft tissue injury that occurs as a result of motor vehicle accidents. However, whiplash is also a common injury in premises liability cases (slip and fall accidents), sporting injuries, recreational activity accidents, workplace accidents, and physical assaults. Many cases of whiplash heal within a few weeks, but some whiplash victims experience long-term or chronic whiplash symptoms and complications.  Seeking medical treatment from an experienced physician and legal advice from a trusted Sacramento whiplash attorney can help protect your health and legal...

Do you have questions about a car crash? It is natural to have many questions about a car crash, especially if this is the first experience with a traffic accident. A majority of the questions about car accidents concern filing an injury claim and receiving compensation for damages. Our [firm-name] Sacramento accident lawyers answer all your questions about car accident claims during a free consultation, including the three most company questions shown below. Three Most Common Questions Asked About Car Accident Claims Question One: How...

It is a privilege to drive in California. A California’s driver’s license can be revoked or suspended by the state for traffic infractions and other offenses. All drivers assume a duty of care when they receive their driver’s license. They have a duty of care to operate their motor vehicle safely. They owe all others on the road a duty of care to avoid actions that could result in injuries and accidents. When a driver fails in this duty of care, the driver can lose...

Head injuries are common car accident injuries. There are a variety of head injuries that a person might suffer because of a traffic accident, including concussions, traumatic brain injuries (TBIs), skull fractures, bleeding, and penetrating brain injuries. Concussions can often go unnoticed because some of the symptoms of a concussion can be overlooked or associated with other injuries. It is important to understand the signs of a concussion and seek immediate medical treatment for a concussion after a car crash. Prompt medical treatment of head...

There can be several factors involved in the cause of a car crash. One of those factors may be the condition of the roads at the time of the collision. If the state of California or other government agency is negligent in failing to maintain road conditions, there is a chance that the government agency responsible for poor road conditions could be held liable if a car accident occurs because of the poor road conditions. Steps Involved in Determining if a Government Agency is Responsible...

Are you traveling for the Thanksgiving holiday? If so, you are likely to encounter heavy traffic before and after Thanksgiving Day. Even if you plan to remain in Sacramento for the long holiday weekend, you are likely to experience traffic jams and heavy traffic people travel and shop during the holiday weekend. A holiday car accident can quickly ruin your Thanksgiving plans. Even though you may already be familiar with some of these safety tips, it can never hurt to remind yourself of safe driving...