Daylight Savings Brings Spike in Fatal Car Accidents
It’s coming—one of the deadliest weeks of the year to be on the road. On Sunday, March 12th, we “spring ahead” moving our clocks up one hour for Daylight Savings Time. Recent studies have shown that this change is followed...
What to Do in Case of an Accident
Let’s face it. No one gets up in the morning and says, “I think I’ll get into in an accident today.” Whether you’re in a car, on a motorcycle or bicycle or just out walking, if you’re involved in an...
Walkers Beware
Recent statistics from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reveal that pedestrian accident injuries and fatalities continue to rise. California has the unfortunate claim of having the greatest number of pedestrian deaths of any state in the country. Experts say...
Forecast: Hazardous Driving Conditions Ahead
Everyone knows that bad weather can be the cause of car accidents, but sometimes weather conditions that don’t appear particularly dangerous can prevent drivers from putting up their guard and being as cautious as necessary. Below are some of the...
Have You Been Injured in a Bike Accident?
Here in California, biking has lots to recommend it. Many people in the Sacramento area bike to work—saving gas, helping the environment, and getting good exercise to boot. In fact, our city has been ranked in the top 10 cities...
Dealing with Spinal Cord Injuries
Among the most devastating injuries that our clients suffer are spinal cord injuries. It’s easy to understand why. Your spinal cord is the nerve communication highway that controls all function and movement of the body, both voluntary and involuntary. Everything...
Myths about Motorcycle Accidents
Here in the Sacramento area, we have good weather nearly all year round, and that means motorcyclists have a greater opportunity to spend time on their bikes. Unfortunately, it also means more motorcycle accidents annually than other states with less...
The Need for Speed
Speeding is one of the most dangerous actions drivers can do. In fact, speeding is the violation that is responsible for the most fatal car accidents—however, the majority of drivers believe that speeding is less dangerous than driving under the...
5 Reasons to Hire an Attorney if You’ve Been in an Accident
When your life is suddenly interrupted by a car accident, it turns everything upside down. In a blink of an eye, the plans you had with your family, your career and your personal aspirations are thrown into confusion and you...
7 Steps to Take if You’ve Been Injured in a Large Vehicle Accident
Accidents involving a truck and a motor vehicle are particularly devastating due to the massive size and weight difference between the two vehicles and the injuries that can result. Trucks don’t just mean 18-wheelers, however. Garbage trucks, delivery vans and...