Personal Injury Blog

During the COVID-19 shut down, many people decided it would be a great time to add a new dog to their family because they were home and had time to devote to a new pet. However, new dog owners need to understand their responsibilities and liability under California dog bite laws. Three Important Things All New Dog Owners in California Need to Know 1.  You are responsible for your dog’s actions. California Civil Code Section 3342 is the dog bite statute in California. In California, dog...

The damages caused by an accident vary depending on the types of injuries, the severity of injuries, and other factors. Valuing an accident claim can be difficult, especially in cases involving traumatic injuries or permanent disabilities. Carefully documenting damages is essential for maximizing the compensation for an accident claim. However, how to document the pain and suffering caused by an accident injury? What Are Pain And Suffering Damages? Pain and suffering damages are non-economic damages. Economic damages, including loss of income and medical expenses, can...

Individuals injured in a California car accident, slip and fall, or other accidents may receive compensation for their injuries and damages from the party responsible for causing the injury. However, you must prove that the injury was caused by another party and provide proof of your damages to recover compensation. There are four primary steps in filing a personal injury claim. Four Steps for Filing a Personal Injury Claim 1.  Report the Accident and Injury The first step in filing a personal injury claim is...

Your immediate priority after a car accident is your health. You need to seek medical treatment to diagnose your injuries and develop a treatment plan that gives you the best chance of recovery. Depending on the severity of your injuries, your recovery could take a few weeks or a few months. If you need surgery and therapy, you could receive treatment for many months. At some time, you may begin to think about filing a personal injury claim. However, you do not want to wait...

You may want or need a fast settlement for your California truck accident claim, but is a fast settlement in your best interest? How does a fast settlement for a truck accident claim work? Our Sacramento truck accident lawyers explain why the slower settlement option is better after being injured in a large truck accident. What is a Fast Settlement in a Truck Accident Case? Truck accident cases are typically high-value injury claims. The injuries in truck accident cases tend to be severe because of...

Being in a car crash can cause a variety of injuries. Even if a person is not seriously injured, the soreness caused by cars colliding can linger for several days or weeks following an accident. When should an accident victim become worried about soreness after a Sacramento car crash? When to See a Doctor after a Sacramento Car Crash? It is a good idea to be checked by a physician after being involved in a car accident. The adrenaline “high” many victims experience after a...

Commercial trucks weigh 20 to 30 times more than the average passenger vehicle. Semi-trucks are larger and much taller than passenger vehicles. The difference in size can place occupants of other vehicles at a high risk of sustaining catastrophic injuries and life-threatening injuries. Large truck accidents result in severe injuries, substantial financial losses, and emotional distress. Meeting with a Sacramento personal injury attorney for a truck accident consultation can provide answers to your questions about compensation for truck accident claims and your legal rights. An...

Driving around Sacramento can be dangerous. Even though you take every precaution to avoid a traffic accident, you cannot control what another driver may do behind the wheel of a car. Distractions, speeding, road rage, fatigue, alcohol, and countless other factors can contribute to a serious car accident. Car accident claims are common. Regardless of whether your traffic accident is a fender-bender or a serious automobile accident, there are five things that you need to know about car accident claims to protect your legal rights....

Failure to yield the right of way is a common cause of traffic accidents in Sacramento. In addition to receiving a traffic ticket, a driver who fails to yield the right of way might be liable in a civil action if the failure to yield causes a car accident. What Causes a Failure to Yield Accident? Drivers must yield the right of way in numerous situations. Failing to yield the right of way means that the driver must stop and wait for other drivers or...

On March 4, 2020, Governor Gavin Newsom declared a State of Emergency in California related to COVID-19. An Executive Order dated March 19, 2020, placed a Stay at Home order in effect for the entire state. California’s Stay at Home Order requires all individuals in the State of California to stay at home or their place of residence except leaving for essential services. Essential workers may travel to and from work. Click here for information related to California’s shelter in place order. You can find...