Sacramento Personal Injury News

Current statistics show that Californians sustained over 9,000 injuries and 411 fatalities in motorcycle accidents in one year. Motorcycles are becoming increasingly more popular and so accident rates are likely to continue to climb. Visibility is a key issue in preventing collisions with motorcycles. Below are seven of the most common causes of a collision between a motorcycle and a car or truck. Lane splitting—this is when a motorcycle rides between two lanes of traffic heading in the same direction, usually when there’s a traffic...

If you’ve been injured as the result of a car accident, dog bite, a fall or other situation chances are you feel overwhelmed and anxious. In addition to physical and emotional pain you may have worries about finances, taking care of your family, keeping your job, and wondering if you’ll ever get your life back the way it was before your injury. Moreover, you find yourself thrown into a complex legal world trying to sort out how to proceed and get the compensation you need...

If you have been injured in a motor vehicle crash you may be entitled to monetary compensation to cover costs associated with the accident. One of these is the recovery of lost wages. Lost wages fall into two categories: Lost Wages or Back Pay This is the money you would have earned since an injury occurred which has prohibited you from working at all or at the same level you were before the accident. Compensation for lost wages includes: Regular pay (salary or hourly) Overtime...

If you own a motorcycle you know that summer is prime time for enjoying a ride. However, nice weather means more cars and pedestrians on the road as well. Protect yourself from a motorcycle accident by observing these 7 tips: Check your bike before every ride. Make sure tires are properly inflated, brakes are working properly and all fluid levels are where they need to be. This will reduce the risk of a mechanical failure on the road that can cause an accident. Always wear...

It’s summertime and this year more than ever people are ready to get back to celebrating. From backyard barbecues to weddings, graduations, birthdays, and anniversaries your social calendar is probably full. Now’s a good time to post a few tips on how to avoid driving under the influence. Drunk driving kills and injures thousands of people every year. One driving under the influence mistake can also ruin your professional life and cause great anguish to your family, not to mention serious injury to the driver...

Motorists can encounter hazardous conditions anywhere. Adverse weather, poorly maintained roadways, and debris can create obstacles drivers must navigate around safely. When summer turns to fall, more dangers present themselves that weren’t around during the previous months. Although you might follow the posted speed limit and other rules of the road, there are additional precautions you can take that you might not be aware of while driving during the autumn months. The changing seasons bring about various factors that can lead to problems for drivers....

The aftermath of an accident can be scary and confusing. Most people don’t know the steps they’re supposed to take to protect their rights and pursue compensation. Unfortunately, saying the wrong thing to the wrong person following an accident can negatively impact the outcome of your insurance claim or lawsuit. If you were involved in an accident someone else caused, you may be able to hold them liable for your medical treatment and other related expenses. In doing so, you should avoid talking about what...

Distracted driving is a dangerous problem in the United States. When a collision involves a passenger car and commercial truck, the consequences can be deadly. According to statistics, 3,142 people died in accidents involving distracted driving in 2019. Texting while driving is one of the most common distractions exhibited by motorists. Although federal regulations prohibit truck drivers from using their cell phones while operating their trucks, many engage in this reckless behavior anyway. This considered, texting isn’t the only form of driver distraction. Distracted driving...

Many people know how dangerous it can be to text while driving. However, a significant amount of drivers do it anyway. Texting is one of the most common types of distracted driving. It can lead to severe injuries, destructive property damage, and even death. If someone decides to look down at their cell phone to read or send a text, they can’t notice what’s happening in front of them. This lack of attention prevents motorists from responding to upcoming hazardous conditions appropriately. Truck drivers commonly...

It can be challenging to prove that a truck driver should be held liable for causing an accident. If you suffered injuries, you may be entitled to compensation for your medical treatment and other expenses. However, you might not know how to show the truck driver’s actions contributed to the crash. The trucker’s travel log could be the evidence you need to prove fault after a truck accident. Also called a logbook, the travel log documents a truck driver’s activity for every 24-hour period. If...