Sacramento Personal Injury News

The Sacramento Bee reported on a pedestrian accident near Mercy San Juan Medical Center. A woman in her 60s was walking along Coyle Avenue in Carmichael when she was struck by a vehicle and killed. Rescue workers responded to the accident and transported the victim to the hospital where she was pronounced dead. KCRA reports that the woman, a 66-year old hospital employee, was crossing Coyle Avenue when she was struck by a Lexus. The driver of the Lexus remained at the accident scene. Officer said that...

Fox40 reported on a tragic head-on collision that injured one person and killed another person. The crash occurred around 5 a.m. less than a mile south of the Highway 50 exit on Scott Road in Folsom. The Folsom Police said three vehicles were involved in the collision that closed down Scott Road until later that afternoon. A 19-year old driver crossed the center line striking two vehicles before crashing into a ditch. The driver of the vehicle died at the accident scene. One driver was transported...

Being involved in a traffic accident is a traumatic experience, even if you are not seriously injured. However, even low-speed collisions can cause serious injuries. When the other driver is at fault for the crash, you are entitled to seek compensation for your injuries, losses, and damages through an accident claim. Making a successful accident claim can be difficult, especially if the insurance company for the other driver is challenging fault. Therefore, there are some statements you should avoid saying after a traffic accident because...

Being in a traffic accident is a traumatic event. In a split second your life can be turned upside down by a distracted, drowsy, drunk, or reckless driver. It may be difficult to think straight after a traffic accident. You are dealing with physical pain from injuries as well as emotional stress. You may be worried about bills too. A Sacramento personal injury attorney can help you sort through the legal issues so that you can focus on your recovery. Contact the [firm-name] at (916) 999-9000 to...

KCRA reported on a wrong-way driver accident last month in Sacramento County that took the life of the driver and a passenger. According to reports, the driver and his passenger died when their vehicle crashed into another vehicle while travelling the wrong-way on Highway 99 in Sacramento County. The wrong-way collision happened just north of Elkhorn Boulevard in the southland lanes of Highway 99. The driver of the other vehicle was transported to UC Davis Medical Center with serious injuries. The CHP said that alcohol...

When you’re involved in a car accident, you are often sore even if you don’t have a major injury. You may find it difficult to perform your regular tasks because you’re stiff from a sprain or strain. With most traffic accident injuries, rest is an important part of recovery. You may want to return to work and return to your daily activities right after a traffic accident; however, this could slow your recovery. It is important that you give your body the time it needs...

When you are injured in a personal injury accident, you suffer financial, physical, and emotional damages. Lost wages are a portion of the financial damages you suffer as the result of being injured by another person. Under California personal injury laws, you are entitled to receive compensation for your lost wages. However, you must prove that you suffered damages and the value of those damages. For lost wages, the easiest way to prove damages is to gather information regarding your income prior to and after...

A report released by the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety reveals statistics that are frightening and alarming for drivers and others who use our roads each day. Research found that almost 80 percent of drivers experience road rage, aggression, or anger while driving. This is extremely troubling since aggressive driving is a major factor in traffic accidents in the United States. With more aggressive drivers on the road, the risk of being in a traffic accident increases. What is Aggressive Driving? The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) defines...

When you consider the environment, the high number of slip and fall accidents in grocery stores is easy to explain. The grocery store is full of items that cause floors to become slippery and dangerous if spilled on the floor. Hundreds of customers moving throughout the store every hour increases the likelihood that something will be spilled on the floor. To make matters worse, the floors in most grocery stores are constructed of slick flooring materials that become treacherous for customers to walk on even...

Fox40 is reporting that the identity of the young woman killed in a hit-and-run accident has now been identified.  Twenty-six-year-old Elise Eastman lost her life as the victim of a tragic hit-and-run collision in the 7200 block of Gloria Drive. She was transported to the hospital after the crash where she fell into a coma and died the next morning. Friends and family describe Elise as “amazing” and a leader who excelled in whatever she did. Our deepest condolences go out to Elise’s family and friends...