Pedestrian Accident Blog

A tragic DUI head-on car accident left one person dead and another person arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence. According to the California Highway Patrol, a driver attempted to pass another vehicle and caused the accident. The accident occurred near East Levee Road just before noon on Elkhorn Boulevard. The driver attempting to pass using the other lane of traffic and crashed head-on into a van. The collision caused the sedan to crash into another sedan and a pickup truck that was traveling behind the...

Distracted driving accidents continue to injure and kill thousands of people each year. In 2018, distracted driving accidents injured over 400,000 people. Distracted drivers also caused the death of 2,841 people during 2018. If a distracted driver caused your injuries, you might receive compensation for damages. However, you must file an insurance claim to recover money for your injuries and losses. If the insurance company for the distracted driver refuses to pay the claim, you may need a Sacramento distracted driving accident attorney to file a personal injury lawsuit....

Has a negligent party caused an injury to you or your family member? Are you unsure about what you should do? If so, you need to act now to protect your legal rights. Getting the legal advice you need from a trusted Sacramento injury lawyer can help you protect your right to fair and just compensation for your injuries. When Do You Need to Call a Sacramento Injury Lawyer to Protect Your Legal Rights? The simple answer to that question is whenever another party causes...

When another party causes an injury by accident, negligence, or intentional wrongdoing, that person can be held liable for the victim’s damages. Damages include medical bills for treatment and care. It also includes the cost of personal care and in-home health care. However, holding the party responsible for your accident liable for your medical expenses can be challenging. Reimbursement for medical bills may be included in injury claims related to: Motor vehicle accidents Dog bite injuries and animal attacks DUI accidents Pedestrian accidents Bicycle accidents...

Another accident added to the number of pedestrian fatalities in Sacramento this week. CBS13 is reporting that a pedestrian was struck and killed on July 13 in the Fruitridge neighborhood of Sacramento. The pedestrian accident occurred just after five in the morning near Martin Luther King, Jr. Boulevard and Fruitridge Road. Details of the accident are unclear. The name of the person who was killed has not been released. Law enforcement officers blocked off the intersection as they investigated the deadly pedestrian accidents. 2019 Was the Deadliest...

The biggest mistake in a Sacramento truck accident case is assuming that a truck accident is just like any other traffic accident. Accidents involving commercial vehicles, 18-wheelers, big rigs, tractor-trailers, and other large trucks involve many complex issues that are not common car accident cases. You need an experienced truck accident to protect your legal right to fair and just compensation for truck accident injuries. Why Are Sacramento Truck Accident Cases Different? Some reasons why truck accident cases are different and require the assistance of...

Traffic accidents continue to be one of the most common causes of wrongful death and personal injury. Negligent and careless drivers cause accidents that change the lives of victims forever. Those drivers can and should be held liable for the common injuries, damages and losses they cause. Our Sacramento personal injury lawyers fight for the rights of accident victims to receive fair compensation for their damages after a car wreck. Common Injuries Sustained in Traffic Accidents A traffic accident can result in debilitating and life-threatening...

Sadly, distracted driving continues to cause thousands of deaths and injuries each year. With more technology available to drivers, the number of distractions continues to increase. However, it is not just cell phone use or texting while driving that causes a distracted driving accident. Common distractions that result in traffic accidents include, but are not limited to: Cell Phone Use Texting or Reading Emails Accessing Social Media Adjusting Vehicle Controls Eating and Drinking Grooming and Changing Clothes Take Care of Pets or Children Passengers and Things...

The steps that you take after your injury can hurt your chance of success in a personal injury case. Without an attorney to guide you through the process of filing a claim and negotiating a settlement, it can be easy to wander into various pitfalls that might cause you to lose a personal injury case Being injured through no fault of your own is frustrating. It can also be painful and emotionally stressful. In many cases, an unexpected injury can cause financial hardships. The injury...

Being injured in a car accident can have devastating consequences, especially for pedestrians. Pedestrians do not have the same protection as the occupants of a vehicle. They do not have airbags, seat belts, and a large metal frame to protect them from physical injuries during a car crash. Therefore, pedestrians often sustain traumatic and catastrophic injuries when struck by a motor vehicle. Let’s look at some common pedestrian accident injuries and what you should do if you are injured in a Sacramento pedestrian accident. Common...