Personal Injury Blog

When you are injured in an accident, you might be entitled to receive compensation for your injuries and damages. For example, if a negligent driver causes a crash, or you slip and fall at the store, you may recover money for your medical bills, lost wages, and other damages. In many cases, your settlement will not be taxed; however, there are some types of compensation that can be taxed by the Internal Revenue Service or the State of California. Medical Bills and Expenses Medical expenses...

With all the rain that Californians have put up with this year, it may be hard to believe that we usually enjoy some of the best weather in the United States. On most days, we are battling the right sunlight when we are driving. However, bright sunshine can be as dangerous of a driving condition as rain, smog, snow, or fog. Sun glares can temporarily blind you to the traffic and the road ahead. If the sun hits a building or another vehicle just right,...

Early this year, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) released its Traffic Safety Facts for bicyclists and other cyclists. During 2015, there were 818 cyclists killed and 45,000 cyclists were injured in traffic-related crashes. The number of people killed in bicycle accidents increased 12.2 percent from the number of cyclists killed in 2014. California had the second highest number of deaths in bicycle accidents for 2015. During that year, 129 cyclists lost their lives in traffic-related accidents in California. Our state was second to...

This is a common question our Sacramento personal injury lawyers answer for clients injured by reckless drivers, negligent property owners, and careless others. You suffer stress, mental anguish, and physical pain because of an accident injury. You also suffer financial losses from medical bills and lost wages. If the accident is not your fault, you deserve compensation for these losses. What is Fault and Why is it Important? In California, to receive money for damages caused by a personal injury accident, you must file a...

Traffic accidents can happen anywhere, but congested freeways are a hotspot for traffic accidents. Anyone who travels on the freeways and interstates around Sacramento understood how dense and congested the traffic can be along these thoroughfares. Unfortunately, when you have thousands of drivers traveling at high rates of speeds, your chance of a truck accident, motorcycle crash, or car accident increases. Sadly, the consequences of a freeway accident can be devastating. Consequences of a Freeway Accident The immediate consequences of a freeway accident are evident...

It is that time of year again — back to school time for students in Sacramento. In less than a month, Sacramento City Unified Schools and school systems throughout the area will begin the 2017-2018 school year. As student return to classes, parents, teachers, school officials and law enforcement officers will take extra precautions to ensure the safety of students in school zones. However, drivers need to do their part to keep kids safe in school zones this school year. Watch for Children and Keep Them Safe...

Are you a safe driver? Most people consider themselves to be safe drivers. However, many people have bad driving habits that put them at risk for a traffic accident each time they get behind the wheel of a vehicle. Two areas where many people need to improve their driving behaviors are avoiding distractions and reducing aggressive driving behaviors. Multitasking Behind the Wheel is Dangerous According to the NHTSA, distracted driving resulted in 3,477 traffic-related deaths and 391,000 injuries 2015. AAA Foundation for Safety and AAA...

Even though there has been an increase in the efforts to educate the public about the dangers of drugged and drunk driving, many drivers still get behind the wheel of a vehicle impaired by alcohol or drugs. When a person decides to drive after having too much to drink, that person places his life and the lives of others at danger. Sadly, you cannot control what other people choose to do. If a drunk driver injures you, there are some things that you need to...

Time is valuable to everyone. Today, everyone is on the go to get somewhere in little to no time, and we all are in need of more time to get things finished. We feel rushed from the time we get up until we go to bed, including when we are in our vehicles. Using Driving Time to Multitask The advances in technology may be part of the urgency we feel in our normal lives. Everything is available in an instant. We can get restaurant reviews,...

During the summer, families travel more often, and many families stay in hotels throughout California. A vacation can come to a tragic and unexpected end when a family member is injured in a hotel accident. Because hotels are just like any other business, they must provide a safe environment for their guests and visitors. When a hotel fails in its duty to keep you safe, it can be held liable for your damages. If you or your family member was injured while staying at a...