Sacramento Personal Injury News

School will soon be out for the summer, which means more youngsters and teens taking their bikes on the road. Unfortunately, CA consistently has some of the highest numbers of bicycle accidents and fatalities. Keep your child safe while biking this summer with these tips: Studies show most biking accidents take place in urban areas. Lack of dedicated bike lanes and distracted drivers increase the risk for young cyclers. Help your children pick the routes to their friends’ homes or other locations they want to...

Did you know that according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, over 400,000 people are injured in car accidents as a result of distracted driving? And the Centers for Disease Control estimate that nine people die every day in this country in these types of crashes. Despite these sobering statistics, distracted driving shows no signs of abating. There are more distractions out there than ever before. 3 Types of Distractions When you say “distracted driving,” most people think about texting. While that is a...

Our roads are teeming with several types of trucks, from tractor-trailers and flatbeds to garbage trucks and cement mixers. Due to these vehicles' size, weight, and cargo, they are susceptible to several types of accidents that can cause severe injuries to passengers in other motor vehicles nearby. Some of the more common kinds of truck accidents include: Jackknife Rollovers Wide turn collisions Rear ending Underride accidents Cargo-related incidents Suppose you've sustained an injury in a truck accident. In that case, an experienced attorney will investigate your case...

Your brain is the most amazing and complex organ in your body. It’s responsible for everything you do from breathing and swallowing to walking, thinking, solving problems, interpreting social cues, and experiencing emotions. That’s why even a small amount of brain damage can have devastating consequences. The costs associated with treating traumatic brain injuries are staggering. The Centers for Disease Control report that approximately 76.5 billion dollars are spent annually for hospitalizations, testing, medications, and rehabilitation. That’s why if you’ve suffered a traumatic brain injury...

Statistics collected by the Governor’s Highway Safety Association for the most recent year show that motorcycle fatalities in the state of CA are down slightly. However, it still has the third-highest rate of deaths in the country. There are usually serious injuries for those who survive a motorcycle crash that may leave physical and emotional scars that never go away and change your life forever. Below are ten common causes of motorcycle accidents: Failure to check blind spots Lane splitting Making a left turn Speeding Dooring (crashing...

You’re heading home from work when suddenly your car is hit by another vehicle. Being in a car accident is not something anyone plans to do. Understandably, you’ll be shaken up. It’s also important that you have these do’s and don’ts in the back of your mind if you are ever in a crash. The steps you take right after an accident occurs can have significant legal ramifications and impact your ability to collect appropriate damages. Do: call 911 first thing if you or anyone...

It’s a sad fact but the state of California has a pedestrian accident fatality rate that is nearly 25% higher than the national average. No other state in the U.S. has as many pedestrian deaths on its roads as California. According to the California Office of Traffic Safety, 893 pedestrians were killed on our roadways in 2018. Another 14,000 pedestrians were injured in accidents that same year. Why are Accident Rates So High? There are many causes of pedestrian/motor vehicle accidents. Drivers today are more...

If you’ve been injured in a bike vs. car accident you may be surprised to learn that your car insurance may cover some of your expenses. What’s available to you will depend on the type and amount of insurance that you carry. Uninsured and Underinsured Drivers Studies show that approximately 15% of all California drivers are uninsured. In addition, the state requires a minimum of only $15,000 per person and $30,000 per accident of liability insurance on an automobile policy. As you can imagine, if...

Did you know that the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration regulates the number of driving hours truckers are allowed in their job? Some of the hours-of-service regulations include: A driver is allowed a maximum of 11 hours of driving after an off-duty period of 10 hours A driver must take a 30-minute break after 8 consecutive hours of driving A maximum of 60 driving hours is allowed during 7 days: 70 hours in 8 days Two hours may be added to the allowed maximum driving...

Did you know that the statute of limitations for filing a lawsuit for an injury resulting from a car accident in California is two years? That means that the clock starts ticking on the day of the accident and if you do not file a claim for an accident injury by the deadline your case will almost certainly be dismissed, and you will lose your chance to recover any compensation for your expenses through the court system. What else is involved when filing a suit...