Complications of Bicycle Accidents
If you've been involved in a bicycle accident, you have a lot on your plate. Recovering from injuries, medical bills, and potentially lost wages are just a few of the stresses you may be dealing with. You are most likely eligible for damages from insurance and other sources, especially if negligence on the part of a driver was to blame for the accident. However, pursuing the compensation you’re entitled to in a bicycle accident is not straightforward. Below are some potential complications: If your accident...
3 Things Not to Do After an Accident
Whenever there’s an accident—whether you’re in a car, on a motorcycle or bike, or just walking—it’s traumatic. All of a sudden, your life is turned upside down. You most likely have serious injuries to recover from and emotional anxiety. You may also be faced with property damage and lost wages. What you don’t do after an accident can have as big an impact as what you do. Below are three “don’ts” if you’re the victim of an accident that may have been caused by negligence...
When a Fall Isn’t Your Fault
Falls Prevention Week happens each year in September. Falls result in serious injuries yearly, particularly among seniors, including broken bones and traumatic brain injuries. It's reported that over 3 million people are treated in emergency rooms every year for injuries caused by a slips and falls. This important health observance calls attention to several ways to reduce the risk of falls. But what about when a fall happens due to someone else's negligence? Help for Fall Victims Consider the following scenarios: Slipping on spilled food...
When Cargo Issues Cause Truck Accidents
There have been a lot of trucks on the road lately, and that's good because it means our supply chain issues are improving. Americans rely on big rigs to transport many items and commodities nationwide. That cargo, however, can cause a truck accident with devastating consequences for other drivers on the road. Cargo Fowls Cargo must be loaded in a secure way that does not fall off the truck or affect the truck's drivability. This carries specific responsibilities for both the driver and the carrier,...
School’s in Session—Drivers Need to Take it Slow
Pedestrian vs. car accidents almost always result in devastating injuries, but it's even more tragic when the pedestrian is a child. As school resumes in our area, drivers will need to leave a little earlier in the morning to avoid speeding and compensate for the time they may have to wait behind a stopped school bus. CA School Zone and Bus Safety Laws Getting to and from school can be dangerous for children. Countless injuries and even fatalities occur as children walk to school or...
5 Reasons to Hire an Attorney if You’re in a Car Accident
If you’ve been in a car accident, you may wonder if you need to hire an attorney to represent you. Perhaps you think your case is cut and dried and that the other driver involved is clearly at fault. Or, you may have already been contacted by an insurance company and trust a fair settlement is forthcoming. However, there is much to consider in the aftermath of an accident. Here’s why hiring an experienced attorney is a good choice: Who’s Looking Out for You? -...
Distractions Tempt Teen Drivers
A hot debate is raging over whether "cell phone addiction" is real. It has not received a medical diagnosis, but many people, particularly young adults—22% of them-- express a concern that they are too dependent and attached to their phones. This poses an increased concern about car accidents where distracted driving is a factor. In 2019, a study showed that 39% of high school students reported texting or emailing while driving in the last month. In 2020, 7% of drivers aged 15-20 who were involved...
Support for Traumatic Brain Injury Victims and Families
One of the most devastating injuries a person can sustain is a traumatic brain injury (TBI). Since the brain controls the entire body, an injury to it can be life-changing for the person who suffers the injury and those who live with them. A TBI is the result of an external force striking the head. This type of injury can happen in a car, truck, bicycle, or motorcycle accident, as well as from a fall. The symptoms and disabilities from a TBI can range from...
Pedestrian Accidents on the Rise
Summer is the perfect season for taking walks and enjoying the beautiful California weather and scenery, but walkers must be aware of the increased risk of pedestrian accidents. The Governor’s Highway Safety Association projected 7,485 pedestrians killed in traffic accidents in 2021—an 11.5% increase from 2020 and the largest number of pedestrian deaths in four decades. California is taking active steps to reduce pedestrian traffic injuries and fatalities, such as participation in Vision Zero (an international movement to eliminate pedestrian fatalities), reduced speed limits in...
Dos and Don’ts if You’re in a Motorcycle Accident
Summer is the prime time for motorcycling in our beautiful state of California. Longer days and vacation time afford additional opportunities for motorcycling, and with the ever-increasing gas prices, some people have even started using their bikes to commute to work. However, more bikes on the road also increase the risk of motorcycle accidents. If you are the victim of a motorcycle accident that a negligent driver caused, you are entitled to compensation. The dos and don’ts below will help you build your strongest case....
