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Driving around Sacramento can be dangerous. Even though you take every precaution to avoid a traffic accident, you cannot control what another driver may do behind the wheel of a car. Distractions, speeding, road rage, fatigue, alcohol, and countless other factors can contribute to a serious car accident. Car accident claims are common. Regardless of whether your traffic accident is a fender-bender or a serious automobile accident, there are five things that you need to know about car accident claims to protect your legal rights....

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...

The loss of a family member is never easy. Questions may exist whether the death was natural or the result of a wrongful or negligent act. Wrongful deaths occur when a person’s life is cut short because of another person or party’s negligence, recklessness, or wrongdoing. Our Sacramento wrongful death lawyers help families discover what happened to their loved ones. We help you hold the party responsible for your family member’s death accountable. If you suspect that your loved one’s death was caused by the...

You are injured in a motorcycle accident that was not your fault. After receiving medical care and being out of work while you recover, you expect the insurance company for the at-fault driver to compensate you for your injuries and losses. However, you receive a letter from the insurance provider claiming that the value of your claim is one-half of the amount you believe you are entitled to receive. They refer to California’s comparative fault law as their reason for reducing the amount of your...

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...

Some car accidents involve only property damages. However, what happens when you are involved in a car accident with injuries? Do you do anything different other than going to the doctor? Do you need to contact a California car accident attorney because you were injured in an automobile accident? At The [firm-name], our legal team is here to answer your questions after a car accident. We explain your legal rights and the steps you need to take to protect your rights during a free consultation. What...

California is an at-fault state for motor vehicle accidents. Therefore, accident victims must prove that another party was responsible for causing the collision before they can receive compensation from those parties for injuries, losses, and damages. Some circumstances can make it more difficult to determine fault for a car crash, as in the case of a multiple vehicle accident.

As you are gearing up for a great Halloween in Sacramento this year, it is important to remember the dangers associated with trick-or-treating. Many people are focused on ensuring the candy and treats their children receive are safe to consume. While checking candy and accepting treats from trusted sources is extremely important, it is also important to be aware of the dangers of pedestrian accidents on Halloween. Children do not have the maturity level and knowledge to understand the dangers of walking near traffic. They...

Being involved in a car accident may result in a variety of physical injuries. Some injuries are easy to identify because they have outward symptoms, such as bleeding from cuts and abrasions. Other injuries may also be easily identified because of the symptoms, such as broken bones. However, other injuries may not be as easy to identify because the symptoms are subtle, or the symptoms could point to multiple causes. Chest pains after a car accident should be treated very seriously. There could be several...