Personal Injury Blog

Head-on crashes are dangerous traffic accidents because the risk of catastrophic injury and life-threatening injuries is high. If another driver is responsible for causing a head-on crash, that driver can be liable for damages and losses caused by the collision. However, proving that the other driver was responsible for causing the crash may not be easy. The insurance company for the driver may dispute liability for the accident. Our Sacramento car accident lawyers have extensive experience handling these types of car accident claims. If you...

When you are injured in a car accident caused by another person, you might be entitled to compensation for your injuries. However, the insurance company for the other driver may claim that you cannot recover full compensation for the injury claim because you were speeding at the time of the accident. If the other driver caused the crash, why does your speed have anything to do with your car accident claim? Damages in a Car Accident Claim You may be entitled to compensation for a...

Many factors can contribute to the cause of a car accident. People injured in car crashes that were not their fault might be entitled to compensation for their injuries and financial losses. However, proving that you were not at fault for a car wreck can be challenging. Our Sacramento car accident lawyers investigate car crashes to determine how the accident occurred and identify the party or parties responsible for the cause of the crash. Top Five Factors in Sacramento Car Crashes Car wrecks are common...

Falls are one of the common causes of unintentional injuries in the United States. Slip and fall accidents can result in multiple injuries. Some fall injuries can be severe and life-threatening. Common injuries caused by falls include: Traumatic Brain Damage Fractures and Broken Bones Skull Fractures Concussions Whiplash and Neck Injuries Sprains and Strains Bruises and Contusions Spinal Cord Injuries and Paralysis Back and Shoulder Injuries Death Falls from very high places can increase the risk of permanent impairments and disabilities. Many victims of slip and fall...

Another accident added to the number of pedestrian fatalities in Sacramento this week. CBS13 is reporting that a pedestrian was struck and killed on July 13 in the Fruitridge neighborhood of Sacramento. The pedestrian accident occurred just after five in the morning near Martin Luther King, Jr. Boulevard and Fruitridge Road. Details of the accident are unclear. The name of the person who was killed has not been released. Law enforcement officers blocked off the intersection as they investigated the deadly pedestrian accidents. 2019 Was the Deadliest...

The biggest mistake in a Sacramento truck accident case is assuming that a truck accident is just like any other traffic accident. Accidents involving commercial vehicles, 18-wheelers, big rigs, tractor-trailers, and other large trucks involve many complex issues that are not common car accident cases. You need an experienced truck accident to protect your legal right to fair and just compensation for truck accident injuries. Why Are Sacramento Truck Accident Cases Different? Some reasons why truck accident cases are different and require the assistance of...

When you are injured in a car accident, you may sustain a variety of damages. Damages may include physical injuries, emotional distress, and financial losses. Your financial losses could be substantial if your injuries are severe and your recovery keeps you out of work for an extended time. The total of lost wages, medical bills, and other expenses can be high, especially in cases involving permanent impairments or disabilities. Seeking Compensation for Lost Wages After an Accident Lost wages in a car accident case can...

Traffic accidents continue to be one of the most common causes of wrongful death and personal injury. Negligent and careless drivers cause accidents that change the lives of victims forever. Those drivers can and should be held liable for the common injuries, damages and losses they cause. Our Sacramento personal injury lawyers fight for the rights of accident victims to receive fair compensation for their damages after a car wreck. Common Injuries Sustained in Traffic Accidents A traffic accident can result in debilitating and life-threatening...

Sadly, distracted driving continues to cause thousands of deaths and injuries each year. With more technology available to drivers, the number of distractions continues to increase. However, it is not just cell phone use or texting while driving that causes a distracted driving accident. Common distractions that result in traffic accidents include, but are not limited to: Cell Phone Use Texting or Reading Emails Accessing Social Media Adjusting Vehicle Controls Eating and Drinking Grooming and Changing Clothes Take Care of Pets or Children Passengers and Things...

Each year, our Sacramento car accident attorneys remind parents and caregivers about the dangers of vehicular heatstroke. Sadly, five children have lost their lives as of June 25 in hot car deaths this year. Hot car deaths claim the lives of approximately 39 children each year in the United States. Fifty-two children have died from heatstroke in vehicles in California since 1998. Hot Car Deaths Happen Quickly Vehicular heatstroke is dangerous for children. A car can heat up very quickly. In just 10 minutes, the temperature in a car...