Personal Injury Blog

The stories are heartbreaking. A parent or caregiver left a child in a vehicle by accident, or a child was able to get into a car without a parent’s knowledge. The heat in the car quickly rises, which can cause the death of the child. Hot car deaths throughout the United States are a serious matter that needs to be discussed and addressed. How Many Children Die in Hot Vehicles Each Year? Approximately 38 children died each year in hot vehicles in the U.S. In 2018, 52...

One of the most important steps to take after any type of personal injury accident is to seek prompt medical attention. Documenting your injuries after an accident is a key element required to prove damages in a personal injury case. Your doctor needs to evaluate your injuries, develop a treatment plan, and keep detailed medical records. The defense will require medical proof before agreeing to accept liability for a claim. However, do not be surprised if the defense also requests an independent medical exam before...

Burns can range from minor burns that heal within a few weeks without the need to see a doctor. However, some burns are more serious and may require medical attention. In some cases, burn injuries may require surgery and result in scars and disfigurement. Serious burns can also cause complications and infections. There are many causes of burn injuries. If the negligence of another party causes your burn injury, you may be entitled to compensation for an injury claim. A personal injury claim or premises...

Traumatic brain injury (TBI) can result in life-altering conditions. However, some TBIs are mild and may go unnoticed until the person begins experiencing symptoms of a brain injury. Even at that time, the person may not immediately equate the symptoms of a TBI with a head injury. One of the reasons some individuals may not realize a TBI is causing their symptoms is because some TBI patients have not sustained a blow to the head or display any other outward sign of head trauma. What...

A California jury delivered another strong rebuke to the manufacturer of Roundup weed killer when it awarded a couple $2 billion for punitive damages sustained after using the weed killer for years. The jury also awarded the couple $55 million in compensatory damages. This lawsuit was the third jury verdict against the manufacturer of Roundup, Monsanto. Bayer AG recently purchased Monsanto. The other two jury verdicts also occurred in California. Currently, more than 13,000 lawsuits are pending in the United States alleging that Roundup weed...

Being involved in a car accident can be a shocking experience, even though you may have been involved in a traffic accident in the past. Unfortunately, the shock and the shot of adrenaline can make you forget the steps that you should take after a car crash to protect your legal rights. Our Sacramento car accident attorneys review three of the most common mistakes made after a auto accident and why those mistakes could cost you thousands of dollars. Car Accident Mistake Number 1 —...

Memorial Day is the unofficial kick-off for the summer vacation season. With the kids out of school, more families will be setting out on road trips for summer vacation. Summer is also a popular time for couples and individuals to schedule road trips. Before you head out on your summer vacation, review these summertime travel safety tips to reduce the risk of a problem or an accident on the road, which can quickly ruin the perfect summer road trip. Travel Safety Tips Before You Leave...

On average, 280 people are treated in emergency rooms each day for fireworks-related injuries in the month surrounding the Fourth of July holiday. Children sustain many of those injuries. According to the CPSC, more than fifty-three percent of the injuries related to fireworks are burn injuries. About one-third of firework-related injuries are to the hands and fingers, and about one-quarter of the injuries are to the head, face, and ears. Fireworks safety should be a priority for parents as we near the summer holiday season....

Recreational marijuana is legal in California. Proposition 64 become effective on January 1, 2018. Even though a person may legally use recreational marijuana, driving under the influence of cannabis remains illegal. A person can face serious criminal penalties for drugged driving or driving under the influence of marijuana. However, can a person be held liable for injuries caused by a drugged driving accident if the person legally ingested the cannabis? Does Marijuana Affect Driving Abilities? Some studies suggest the use of marijuana by drivers increases...

Boating is a popular form of recreation and relaxation in California. Residents enjoy California’s lakes, rivers, and beaches. It is understandable when you see the beauty of our bodies of water why so many people would want to spend time on the water. However, accidental injuries are possible when operating a boat or other water vessel. Below are several boating safety tips that can help reduce the risk of a boating injury. Obtain Your California Boater Card As of January 1, 2019, persons 25 years...