Sacramento Personal Injury News

A recent report indicated that pedestrian deaths would hit a 28-year high in 2018. California is one of the states that have the highest number of pedestrian fatalities year after year. Many of the pedestrian deaths caused by motor vehicles are attributed to driver error. However, pedestrians must exercise caution too. Pedestrians do not always have the right of way. Even when a pedestrian does have the right of way, he or she can reduce the risk of a pedestrian accident by taking certain precautions. Seven Ways to Avoid...

During 2017, over 3,200 teen drivers were involved in fatal car accidents. Teen drivers are less experienced and may not be ready to handle the responsibility of driving a vehicle in all situations. They are less mature and may not have a fully developed ability to judge risks and consequences. For that reason, parents need to discuss dangerous driving behaviors with their teen drivers. Discussing the risks associated with poor driving decisions can help teen drivers avoid dangerous driving behaviors. Three Dangerous Driving Behaviors to Discuss with...

Slips, trips, and falls can disrupt your life and result in chronic pain and permanent impairments. If a fall results in your injury, you might incur substantial medical expenses and lose time from work, which results in additional financial losses. A California slip and fall attorney can help you investigate the cause of the fall to determine if a property owner or other party is responsible for your damages. Proving Liability for a Slip and Fall Premises liability laws in California hold property owners accountable...

Commercial truck drivers have a huge responsibility. Operating large trucks is not as simple as driving a car. Furthermore, large truck accidents generally result in horrific injuries and permanent disabilities for the victims. Truck driver errors are often the cause of commercial truck accidents in California. If a commercial truck causes your accident, you might be entitled to compensation for your injuries. A California commercial truck accident attorney can help you prove truck driver errors were the cause of the collision. After proving fault, you...

One of the best ways to maximize compensation for a personal injury claim is to hire an experienced California personal injury lawyer. An attorney can help you take the steps you need to take to protect your legal rights. Your lawyer also helps you avoid common mistakes many people make when handling an injury claim without an attorney.However, there are several things that you can do to help your personal injury lawyer maximize compensation. Four Ways You Can Help Your Personal Injury Attorney Get the...

With the high cost of car insurance, it is not uncommon for drivers to search for ways to lower their car insurance premiums. Shopping around for car insurance is one way to reduce insurance premiums. Using one insurance company for all your insurance needs is another way to save money on car insurance. A new way to save money offered by some car insurance companies is by using an insurance tracking device to document safe driving for discounts. What Are Insurance Tracking Devices for Safe...

Our California wrongful death lawyers handle a variety of cases involving the death of an accident victim. A wrongful death claim can arise from many different situations, including but not limited to: Car Accidents Premises Liability Claims (slip and fall accidents, swimming pool accidents, amusement park accidents, etc.) Motorcycle Accidents Medical Malpractice DUI Accidents Pedestrian Accidents Dog Attacks and Animal Attacks Commercial Vehicle and Truck Accidents Defective Products Elder Abuse Bicycle Accidents Almost any personal injury accident can result in a wrongful death. Unfortunately, there...

Concussions are common car accident injuries. A concussion can result from a blow to the head, such as hitting your head on the steering wheel, window, or dashboard. It can also occur if your head is struck by an object flying around in the vehicle. In some cases, a concussion may occur from your head being violently whipped back and forth during the initial impact (whiplash). Regardless of the cause, a concussion can result in long-term impairments and complications. A Sacramento accident attorney can help...

Whiplash is a common soft tissue injury that occurs as a result of motor vehicle accidents. However, whiplash is also a common injury in premises liability cases (slip and fall accidents), sporting injuries, recreational activity accidents, workplace accidents, and physical assaults. Many cases of whiplash heal within a few weeks, but some whiplash victims experience long-term or chronic whiplash symptoms and complications.  Seeking medical treatment from an experienced physician and legal advice from a trusted Sacramento whiplash attorney can help protect your health and legal...

Do you have questions about a car crash? It is natural to have many questions about a car crash, especially if this is the first experience with a traffic accident. A majority of the questions about car accidents concern filing an injury claim and receiving compensation for damages. Our [firm-name] Sacramento accident lawyers answer all your questions about car accident claims during a free consultation, including the three most company questions shown below. Three Most Common Questions Asked About Car Accident Claims Question One: How...