Personal Injury Blog

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...

Neck injuries can cause severe and debilitating pain and limited range of motion. In many cases, a neck injury can be treated at home with pain medication, rest, and time. However, some neck injuries may require intensive medical treatment, including physical therapy and surgery. Some individuals may suffer permanent impairment or disability from a neck injury. The Sacramento personal injury lawyers of The [firm-name] have extensive experiencing representing clients who have sustained a neck injury in an accident. If you are suffering from a neck...

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.

Proving liability for a slip and fall accident in California can be difficult. Additionally, the defense may raise certain defenses to negligence and liability that could result in a denial of your slip and fall claim. Working with a California slip and fall attorney in Sacramento can give you an advantage. An experienced personal injury lawyer understands the various defenses used in slip and fall cases and how to prepare to overcome those defenses. Common Slip and Fall Defenses Some of the common defense strategies...

One of the biggest myths about personal injury settlements is that injury victims make lots of money from settlements for insurance claims. Even when an individual is entitled to a large settlement, other factors can result in a lower settlement figure. For example, the at-fault party may not have sufficient insurance coverage or assets to pay the total amount of the injury claim. Fault for the accident may be disputed, and a jury may determine that the injury victim was partially at fault for the...

Social media can hurt your accident claim. It is that simple. Insurance companies and defense teams are always looking for information they can use to mitigate liability. Mitigating liability means less money for a claim, and that is the goal when settling or litigating a personal injury claim. Social media can provide a wealth of information about an accident victim. Unfortunately, this information can result in an accident victim receiving much less for their injury claim than their case is worth. Three Ways Social Media...

Once you hire a personal injury attorney to handle your injury claim, your attorney handles all aspects of your claim. The attorney and his legal team investigate the accident, identifies the parties liable for damages, gathers evidence, files insurance claims, and negotiates for a settlement on your behalf. Your attorney works diligently to protect your legal rights and best interests. However, there are some things that you can do to help your personal injury attorney build a strong case for full compensation of all damages...

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...

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...