Sacramento Personal Injury News

The most recent statistics show that each year 920,000 motor vehicle accidents are caused by distracted driving. While the first image that might come to mind is someone texting or talking on their cell phone, there are many other forms of distracted driving. Eating, putting on makeup, reading the paper, adjusting the GPS, and even tuning to a different radio station are all examples of actual physical distractions. Other drivers are mentally distracted either by a problem on their minds or just zoned out from...

Did you know that it’s estimated that each year victims of car accidents rack up about $18 billion dollars in lifetime medical costs for injuries suffered from crashes? There are many different types of injuries. Some of the most frequently experienced include: Soft Tissue Injuries—this includes any trauma to skin, muscles, ligaments, or tendons. Whiplash, the snapping of your head rapidly forward and then backward, is a common type of soft tissue injury. It also includes cuts and bruises, muscle sprains and contusions. Pain, swelling,...

If you've been injured in an accident, you may need to gather documentation to negotiate with the at-fault party's insurance company or to prove your case in court. Proper documentation can be the key to a successful claim or litigation. An experienced California personal injury attorney can help guide you through the process of pursuing compensation and improve your potential for successfully recovering damages. If you've been injured because of someone else's negligence, it's up to you to prove the other party was at fault....

Immediately after a car accident, it's easy to be overwhelmed and in shock. In California, you must report certain incidents to the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV). If the police attend your accident, the reporting responsibility becomes theirs. This is true whether the local police department, sheriff's department, or Highway Patrol is on the scene. In this situation, you are not required to complete a separate accident report for the DMV. If you have pressing questions about your case, don't hesitate to contact us today....

There’s an extra high volume of traffic at this time of the year. People out visiting, shopping, going to restaurants and parties means a greater chance of getting into a car accident. Whether it’s a minor fender bender or a major accident there are steps you need to take to protect yourself legally and to ensure that you are compensated for any damages you incur. Below are five steps to take if you’re involved in an accident. Call 911—Even if an accident seems minor it’s...

If you have suffered a Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) as a result of someone else’s negligence, you may be eligible for compensation for your injuries. However, proving the extent of your injury and that someone else is at fault may be harder than you expect. Insurance companies will fight hard to prove that either you were somehow at fault or that the injury is not really as bad as you claim. If you have pressing questions about your case, reach out to us today. Here...

Spinal cord injuries can be caused by a car or bike accident, a medical error, a construction accident, or in many other ways. The effects of such an injury are often permanent and life-altering. The medical expenses for treatment and rehabilitation can seem impossible to repay. If your injury was caused by someone else’s negligence, you may be owed compensation for your injuries. When you file a personal injury claim or lawsuit to recover compensation, the insurance company and their attorneys will try everything in...

It probably comes as no surprise to learn that the highest number of DUI accidents occur during the month of December. Tragically, many of these involve severe injuries and even fatalities. The reasons are obvious. There are many more social gatherings during the holidays such as family get-togethers, office parties, and other celebrations and most of them feature alcohol in one form or another. Damages from DUI Accidents The law is tough on people who drive under the influence in the state of California. Those...

If you have been in a car accident recently, here are some things that may help you make a quicker recovery and also increase your chances of securing compensation for your injuries. 1. Make an appointment immediately. Some accident victims are rushed to the hospital in an ambulance, but others walk away from the scene seemingly unharmed, only to develop symptoms a few hours or days later. Adrenaline or being in shock can mask the pain immediately after an accident, but once that wears off...

A car accident can cause severe injuries requiring emergency medical care and ongoing treatment. If you need to file an insurance claim, you might assume the insurance adjuster is on your side and wants to help you receive the maximum settlement you need to pay for your medical bills and other expenses. You also might think the at-fault driver will admit what they did, so their insurance company accepts liability. However, these situations don’t always work out favorably for accident victims. The negligent driver might...