Personal Injury Blog

How safe do you feel with self-driving vehicles on the road? If you are a little nervous about riding in a self-driving vehicle, you are not alone. AAA released a new report stating that three-quarters of individuals surveyed stated they felt “afraid” of riding in a self-driving vehicle. Only 10 percent of the respondents stated they would feel safer sharing the road with self-driving vehicles. One of the arguments for self-driving vehicles is that they reduce the risk of accidents. However, a recent Uber accident...

Have you been injured in a car accident? Are you dealing with an insurance adjuster for the other driver? Do you know your legal rights regarding a car accident claim? Is the insurance adjuster pushing you to accept a settlement? It is important that you understand your legal rights when dealing with an insurance adjuster. Many people have never been injured in a car accident; therefore, they are not aware of certain rights they have regarding a claim. An insurance adjuster may take advantage of...

Choosing a personal injury attorney can be stressful. You want an attorney who will provide exception service at a reasonable price. You need an attorney who will put your best interest first so that you can rest assured the attorney will fight for maximum compensation for your injuries. You must have an attorney you trust. So, how do you find this attorney? You look for an attorney who has all the characteristics of a great personal injury attorney. The Sacramento personal injury attorneys of The...

When you are injured in a traffic accident, you may not know what to do first. Your first priority should be seeking medical attention. Your health is the most important thing following an accident. However, you must also make it a priority to consult with a Sacramento car accident attorney as soon as you can after the accident. Your time to file a lawsuit to recover compensation is limited; therefore, you don’t want to put off seeking legal counsel. Our Sacramento accident lawyers want to...

The answer to this question is “it depends.” Ever car accident claim is different; therefore, it is unclear whether one defense or another defense could have a significant impact on your claim. However, California does allow defendants to use the seat belt defense and, if a defendant is successful, it could have a huge impact on the amount of money you receive for your claim. If you were injured in a car accident and you were not wearing your seat belt, you need an experienced...

Accident victims who suffer burn injuries can face a lifetime of pain and mental anguish. In addition, victims often require extensive medical treatments including cosmetic surgery, physical therapy, rehabilitation, and pain management. When the medical expense is added to the lost wages and other damages for pain and suffering, an accident claim involving a burn injury can reach into the hundreds of thousands of dollars. To ensure you receive a fair and just settlement for your claim, you should consult with a Sacramento car accident...

The Northern California Record reported that Allstate Northbrook Indemnity Co. sued several defendants seeking reimbursement of more than $37,000 under its subrogation rights. From the complaint filed in the San Francisco County Superior Court, it appears that Allstate paid a car accident claim for its insured of $37,002.33. Allstate is alleging that one of the defendants caused the collision by rear-ending its insured’s vehicle. Therefore, the defendant should be responsible for the damages caused by the accident. Allstate seeks reimbursement of everything it paid plus interest and...

The Northern California Record is reporting that a lawsuit has been filed in the Fresno County Superior Court against California Home for the Aged, Inc. and several other defendants. The complaint alleges that the home, doing business as California Armenian Home, and other defendants are guilty of medical malpractice, elder abuse, negligence, wrongful death, willful misconduct, and violating residents’ rights. The plaintiff alleges her father died after the defendants failed to provide the required care for his chronic constipation. The complaint alleges the staff ignored symptoms and...

A San Francisco woman has filed a lawsuit in the San Francisco County Superior Court for an alleged dog attack near Josiah Avenue in June 2016. The complaint alleges that the woman suffered damages because of the dog, including medical expenses and special damages. She is alleging the defendants are responsible for her damages for their failure to contain their dog under premises liability laws. If you have been injured in a dog attack, you may be entitled to recover compensation for your injuries. Call (916) 999-9000...

According to KSL News, a Sacramento man faces numerous charges in relation to an alleged road rage incident earlier this month in Utah. The Sacramento man is charged with several felonies including possession of a firearm by a restricted person, illegal discharge of a firearm, and aggravated assault. The charges stem from an incident of road rage earlier during the day. A couple from Colorado reported that a man in a truck they passed about 10 miles back raced up behind them and rammed their...