Sacramento Personal Injury News

Headlight glare from newer vehicles is a hot topic for drivers and lawyers alike. While LED headlights do tend to illuminate the road more effectively, many drivers find them uncomfortably bright, even potentially blinding. Obviously, losing your vision while on the road can be dangerous in a car accident situation and deserves a little attention beforehand. Fortunately, the [firm-name] is here with a blog about the tech behind the glare, the legal conversation surrounding it, and more. The Glare Debate: Perception vs. Reality The crux...

Being involved in a car accident is always traumatic, but when the other driver is under the influence of alcohol, it can be even worse than a typical collision. Unfortunately, DUIs are also quite common: Drunk drivers remain a leading cause of motor vehicle accidents in the United States, and the Sacramento area is no exception. Despite the publicity, danger, and consequences of DUI collisions, they still happen every day, and those injured are often bereft of options for pursuing necessary compensation, not just punishment...

The [firm-name] knows that commercial trucks can be intimidating, and for good reason: These enormous vehicles can cause catastrophic accidents when things go wrong. This blog will explore important information that differentiates trucking accidents from other collisions, then segue into what you can do about them, both on the road and in the legal aftermath. What You Should Know Trucking accident claims can be significantly more complex than typical collisions due to several factors: Truck accidents often involve severe injuries and fatalities due to the...

Operating a motor vehicle demands our full attention. However, distracted and drowsy driving remain leading sources of motor vehicle accidents, causing countless injuries and fatalities each year. While technology has promised solutions, the rise of new assisted driving tools also raises questions: Can they be part of the answer, or do they merely introduce new risks? The [firm-name] has answers. Check the info below to learn more. Definitions and Danger Distracted driving encompasses activities like texting, talking on the phone, and using navigation systems, all...

When you’ve just been in a car accident and you’ve suffered an injury, you might feel the urge to share your experience with loved ones on social media afterward, and that’s understandable. Injuries can be traumatic, and connecting with those you care about is a natural coping mechanism. However, when you're pursuing a personal injury claim, hitting "post" could have unintended consequences. The [firm-name] wants you to know that sharing specific details online can potentially jeopardize your case, diminishing your chances of attaining just compensation....

The only constant is change, or so the maxim goes. As it turns out, it’s a particularly relevant saying in the legal world, where changes to technology can shift the entire landscape of liability along with them. The [firm-name] wants to focus on two new developments in particular, with the end goal of keeping you in the know in case anything goes awry. That's why this blog post will be all about e-bikes and dashcams and how they affect personal injury and car accident claims....

Everyone needs to take a vacation once in a while, and a rental can be an excellent option for doing so. But before you pack your bags, there's one crucial consideration you should keep in mind: Slip and fall accidents. Over 8 million hospital visits annually are attributed to slip and fall incidents, making them a leading cause of unintentional injury claims. And while these incidents can happen anywhere, especially in the winter, those that occur at Airbnbs can be particularly troublesome, especially in terms...

It's time to talk seatbelts. Not just because that annoying chime won't leave you alone until you click it but because it's one of the best tools at your disposal if you come face to face with the unexpected. And when the unexpected takes the form of a car accident, as it so often does, that seatbelt could be the difference between a minor bump and a life-altering injury – a difference that matters quite a bit, especially if you're considering filing a personal injury...

Car accidents are traumatic experiences on their own, but once insurance companies get involved, you’re likely to experience even greater levels of stress. Securing the compensation you deserve is no easy task when your efforts are consistently opposed and scrutinized, while injuries compound the difficulty, draining your energy and scattering your focus. At the [firm-name], we care about our clients, and we’re committed to keeping them informed every step of the way. This blog post will help you prepare for interactions with insurance companies in...

Even the most cautious, levelheaded drivers can be unsure of what to do when another motorist displays outward signs of road rage. Angry motorists tend to drive faster, more recklessly, and more aggressively, and defensive driving techniques can only take one so far. Unfortunately, the problem isn’t going away anytime soon. Although most road rage incidences go uncounted, the trend isn’t slowing. One study even found that more than 80% of all drivers on the road expressed annoyance or anger while driving at some point...