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

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

Personal injury lawsuits can be incredibly confusing, particularly for those who do not have much legal experience. One of the main questions that an attorney is asked is – How long will it take for this case to settle? The reality is that there is no way for an attorney to know upfront how long it will take for a settlement to come through in a personal injury case. Even after a  Riverside personal injury attorney reviews a case and starts... Read More

If you or somebody you care about has been injured due to the careless or negligent actions of somebody else, there is a good chance you will be able to recover compensation through a settlement with insurance carriers or through a personal injury lawsuit. However, when a person seeks compensation through a personal injury lawsuit, there is a good chance that they will be asked to sit for a deposition. Here, we want to briefly discuss what ... Read More

Anytime you have a job in the state of California, you should be able to receive workers’ compensation benefits if you sustain a workplace injury. Workers’ compensation benefits and coverage are governed by strict laws in the state of California, and nearly every single employee in this state is required to have coverage provided by their employer. Here, we want to discuss some of the issues that arise when a part-time worker sustains an in... Read More

If you or a loved one has sustained an on-the-job injury in California, you should be able to receive workers’ competition. Unfortunately, there are times when workers’ comp insurance carriers or employers resist paying out the compensation work injury victims are owed. This can present significant challenges to injury victims. Here, we want to discuss some tips that can help ensure that your workers’ comp case is successful. We understand ... Read More

If you or somebody you love sustains an injury caused by the careless or negligent actions of another individual, business, or entity, you may be able to secure compensation for your losses. The process of recovering this compensation can be complicated. Often, this involves settlements with insurance carriers. However, this could also involve a personal injury lawsuit against the at-fault party. Sometimes, a plaintiff and a defendant are a... Read More

If you or somebody you care about has been injured at work, you should be entitled to workers’ compensation benefits in California. These benefits are designed to cover an injured worker's medical bills, a significant portion of any lost wages, and even provide temporary or permanent disability benefits depending on the severity of the injury. However, we know that many employees are just focused on getting back to work as soon as possible.... Read More

Hot coffee, car fires, explosions and electrical accidents can lead to injuries that are unlike any other injury. Serious burn injuries from these types of accidents can cause emotional and physical scarring and disfigurement that can never be fully repaired. At the Irvine law firm of Bentley & More LLP, we represent burn injury victims suffering from second or third degree burns, inhalation injuries and other serious injuries caused by th... Read More