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Individuals can sustain brain injuries in a wide variety of ways. In many cases, these injuries are relatively minor concussions that leave no long-lasting symptoms. However, for moderate to severe brain injuries, individuals can sustain long-term effects, particularly if the injury is not properly treated. Here, we want to review possible long-term effects of a mild traumatic brain injury. What is a Mild Traumatic Brain Injury? In most circ... Read More

The very nature of operating a motorcycle means that injuries are more likely to occur in the event an accident happens. Typically, we think of serious injuries like brain trauma, spinal cord injuries, broken or dislocated bones, or lacerations when it comes to motorcycle accidents. However, road rash is a significant injury that can lead to incredible pain and suffering. Here, we want to examine how road rash occurs and whether or not individ... Read More

Accidents occur all the time, but when a collision occurs with an uninsured driver, recovering compensation can be complicated. There is a significant number of uninsured drivers in this area of California, but what steps can you take to recover compensation after being involved in an accident with a driver who lacks proper insurance? Could You Use Uninsured Motorist Coverage? Every state requires a certain amount of insurance for individual... Read More

You have heard of concussions, but do you actually understand how severe they can be? Even a minor concussion can lead to significant long-term consequences if the injury goes unnoticed or is not properly treated. Here, we want to discuss minor concussions as well as the steps that you can take to ensure that you are properly cared for after these injuries occur. Understanding Concussions Concussions are typically considered non-life-threate... Read More

When a person sustains an injury caused by the careless or negligent actions of another individual or entity, they should be able to recover compensation for their various losses. This includes not only compensation for medical bills and lost wages but also pain and suffering. However, proving pain and suffering can be more challenging than proving costs related to medical bills, lost wages, and other expenses where you can come up with a rece... Read More

When individuals sustain injuries caused by the actions of others, they should be able to recover compensation for their medical bills, last income, and various other expenses. However, when there is more than one party at fault for the incident, we have to turn to comparative negligence laws. Each state around the country has laws in place that determine how to handle what happens when multiple parties are at fault, and California operates un... Read More

Rear-end collisions often result in significant property damage or injuries for those involved. However, determining fault after a rear-end collision occurs can be more challenging than most people think. It is not always the rear driver who is completely responsible for the incident. Here, we want to discuss how to go about determining fault after a rear-end collision occurs, and how a San Bernardino accident attorney can help your case. How... Read More

Injuries occur in a wide variety of ways. In many cases, injuries happen due to the careless or negligent actions of other individuals or entities. Sometimes, individuals injure themselves by making a mistake. The reality is that most injuries individuals sustain are preventable. Here, we want to discuss some of the most preventable injuries, as presented by the National Safety Council (NSC). Preventable Injuries and Deaths According to the ... Read More

Anytime a person sustains an injury caused by the actions of another entity or individual, they should be able to recover compensation for their medical bills, any income they lose, and other expenses. However, personal injury victims need to know what it takes to win an insurance claim or lawsuit, and this revolves around the burden of proof. Defining Personal Injury Burden of Proof for Civil Lawsuits Everything you know about the burden of... Read More

Pedestrian accidents are not uncommon in California. All too often, the careless or negligent actions of other drivers on the roadway lead to incidents that injure pedestrians who have very little protection against the force of a vehicle. Here, we want to discuss the types of compensation that may be available to pedestrians if they are injured due to the careless or negligent actions of other drivers, as well as the process of recovering thi... Read More

Pedestrians face significant dangers when they have to operate on or around the roadways in Orange County. Here, we want to discuss some of the most significant dangers that pedestrians face in this county. With this information, we hope that drivers and pedestrians alike can take the steps necessary to increase their safety on and around the roadway. Orange County Pedestrians Face Dangers Orange County government officials like to think tha... Read More

Accidents involving larger commercial trucks must be thoroughly investigated by law enforcement, insurance carriers, and legal teams. The reality is that these incidents typically result in significant property damage and major injuries for those involved, and it is crucial for victims to recover compensation for their losses. Here, we want to discuss how liability is determined after a truck accident occurs in Riverside and the surrounding ar... Read More

If you or somebody you care about has been injured in a vehicle accident caused by the actions of another driver in California, you will likely be able to recover compensation for your losses. This includes any back injury that occurs as a result of the accident. There are a variety of types of back injuries that can occur in a crash, some of which we will discuss here. We also want to cover the types of compensation you may be able to recover... Read More

Losing someone you love is incredibly challenging. This is especially true if your loved one lost their life because of the actions of someone else. In some cases, the family members and the estate of an individual may be able to recover compensation and closure for their loss, either through a wrongful death claim or a criminal case related to the loss of life. However, there is a difference between wrongful death claims in civil court and th... Read More

California has more registered motorcycles than any other state across the country. Even though most motorcyclists get to and from their destinations safely, motorcycle accidents do occur on California roadways. Here, we want to discuss the most common causes of motorcycle accidents. In some cases, these incidents are caused by the motorcyclist, but it is not uncommon for a crash to be caused by the actions of other drivers on the roadway. Ca... Read More

Truck drivers are required to follow strict regulations when it comes to how many hours they can operate during a day and during a workweek. The federal government set these rules in order to prevent truck drivers from operating while fatigued behind the wheel. Here, we want to discuss how truck driver fatigue affects roadway safety as well as how drowsy driving can affect truck accident cases in the event an accident occurs. How Does Fatigue... Read More

Large commercial trucks have significant blind spots that can lead to dangerous conditions on the roadway. Here, we want to discuss commercial truck blind spots and how they can affect your safety. We also want to discuss who could be held liable in the event an accident occurs as a result of a commercial truck's blind spot. The blind spots of a truck are commonly referred to as “No-Zones,” areas where no vehicle should linger for any length o... Read More

Accidents involving semi-trucks in California often result in severe injuries and substantial property damage. In the aftermath of these incidents, it is crucial to conduct a thorough investigation in order to determine liability. If a commercial truck crash was caused by the careless or negligent actions of another driver, victims should be entitled to compensation for their losses. In most situations, these cases will be resolved through a s... Read More

Accidents involving large commercial trucks often result in severe injuries and extensive property damage. Any person who sustains losses due to the careless or negligent actions of a truck driver or trucking company should be able to recover compensation. However, the total amount of compensation paid for a semi-truck accident will vary based on factors related to each particular situation. Here, we want to discuss how much your semi-truck ac... Read More

Accidents involving large commercial trucks must be thoroughly investigated. If a crash was caused by the careless or negligent actions of a truck driver or trucking company, the victims involved will likely be entitled to compensation for their losses. However, it is crucial to gather as much evidence as possible in order to prove what happened. One valuable piece of evidence will include the truck's “black box.” Here, we want to discuss what... Read More