Personal Injury Lawyer Blog

A slip and fall can result in serious injuries. Unfortunately, many insurance companies treat slip and fall claims in the same way they treat whiplash claims. They believe victims are exaggerating their injuries to get more money for their injury claim. Therefore, it is important to document injuries and financial losses in a slip and fall claim carefully. Working with an experienced Sacramento slip and fall attorney can help. An attorney understands what is needed to prove damages in an injury claim and how to...

Most individuals, companies, and government entities have some type of liability insurance coverage. Liability insurance coverage protects us if we cause an injury. Two common types of liability insurance policies are car insurance and premises liability insurance. Both policies pay for damages incurred by someone who is injured because of the policy holder’s negligence, carelessness, or other wrongdoing. For instance, if you cause a car crash, the victims file claims against your car insurance coverage. If someone falls at a restaurant, they file a claim...

Words hurt. There is no way around it. The old schoolyard taunt claiming that stones hurt, but words don’t is simply not true. Our words have consequences. For example, what you say after a car accident can hurt your ability to receive full compensation for your injuries and damages. Unfortunately, the moments and days after a car accident can be overwhelming and frustrating. It is common to be stressed and suffering from shock. It is easy to say things that you might not mean or...

Rear-end car accidents are often referred to as “fender benders” or “minor bump ups” by insurance claims adjusters. However, there is nothing “minor” about a rear-end crash. Rear-end car accidents can cause severe injuries for vehicle occupants and significant property damage to vehicles. A California car accident attorney with the [firm-name] can help you file and settle an insurance claim for property damage and personal injury after a rear-end accident. Problems Caused by Rear-end Car Accidents Rear-end car accidents often cause damage to rear bumpers...

When you are injured in a car accident in California caused by another driver, you might be entitled to compensation from the other driver for your injuries and damages. In most cases, filing an insurance claim is the first step in recovering money for your accident claim. However, if the insurance company denies liability for the claim, you may need to discuss your options with a Sacramento car accident attorney. How Can I Afford to Hire a Car Accident Attorney After a Traffic Accident? Paying...

Some schools may already be back in session while others may begin in just a few weeks. Regardless of whether you have school-age children, it is important to recognize that back-to-school time creates an increased risk of pedestrian accidents in school zones, near schools, and near school bus stops. Young children may be walking to school or riding the bus for the first time. Even though parents educate their children about traffic dangers, children do not always remember those lessons. Children also do not fully...

Have you been injured in an accident? If so, you will probably file an insurance claim to recover compensation for your injuries. However, an insurance company is not going to pay a claim unless you can prove fault, liability, and damages. Therefore, you need to gather evidence proving your claim for damages. If you are unsure what evidence you need or if the insurance company has denied your claim, you may want to talk to a Sacramento personal injury lawyer now. We offer a free...

Slip and fall accidents can result in minor bumps and bruises, but they can also cause serious injuries that could have long-term consequences. A fall can result in broken bones, back injuries, and brain injuries. Many people do not realize that they do not need to hit their head when they fall to sustain a serious brain injury. They also do not need to break any bones to suffer a serious back injury that could impair their range of motion indefinitely. Falls are very serious,...

Traffic is something that every motorist in Sacramento County must contend with during their daily commutes. At times, traffic can be overwhelming. Unfortunately, auto accidents are bound to happen with that many people on the road at one time. Sadly, many of the crashes that occur are preventable. A driver who is distracted, speeding, driving recklessly, intoxicated, or drowsy can make mistakes that lead to collisions and significant damages. If a driver causes an accident, that driver can be held liable for damages and losses...

The stories are heartbreaking. A parent or caregiver left a child in a vehicle by accident, or a child was able to get into a car without a parent’s knowledge. The heat in the car quickly rises, which can cause the death of the child. Hot car deaths throughout the United States are a serious matter that needs to be discussed and addressed. How Many Children Die in Hot Vehicles Each Year? Approximately 38 children died each year in hot vehicles in the U.S. In 2018, 52...