When you have been injured in an accident, the only way that you may be able to seek compensation for your injuries is to file an insurance claim for damages. Depending on the circumstances of your case, you may file this claim against your own insurance company, or against the insurance company of the at-fault […]
If you’re hurt in a motorcycle accident, you’re probably aware that you may be entitled to compensation for the losses you suffer because of your injuries. Outlined below will be some common motorcycle accident compensation examples. You may not be as familiar with the process of obtaining your monetary damages. Motorcycle accident compensation amounts can […]
Many people think of a slip and fall accident as minor, but statistics reported by the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reveal otherwise. In 2017, 8,591,683 people were treated in hospital emergency rooms for unintentional falls. For all but two of the 10 age groups, slip and falls were the number one […]
If you’ve been involved in a motor vehicle collision, one of the first questions that goes through your mind is “Should I go to the hospital after a car accident?” Unless the decision is made for you by first responders who transport you immediately to the emergency room, this is a common question. You may […]
There’s a high amount of chaos on the immediate aftermath of a car accident, but your life can also be hectic in the days that follow. After seeking proper medical treatment, you’ll still deal with the emotional trauma and could be out of work while you recover from your injuries. However, there is an important […]
Most personal injury lawsuits are for physical injuries, such as broken bones, brain injuries, burns, and spinal cord damage. However, other personal injury lawsuits that emotional distress can be present in are found in car accidents, trucking accidents, motorcycle accidents, or any other type of serious life-altering injuries. These wounds not only cause physical pain, […]
After an accident, you probably need compensation to help cover your sudden medical expenses and lost wages. Fortunately, California law allows you to bring a personal injury case so you can hold the person who injured you accountable for money damages. The personal injury process in California is confusing, and many people make critical errors […]
Seat belts save lives. No one disputes that. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, seat belts cut the risk of death in a car accident by about 50%. In one year alone, about 15,000 lives were saved by buckling up. However, seat belts can also cause serious chest injuries that leave victims in […]
Suffering an injury is expensive. Not only do you watch medical bills arrive in your mailbox daily, but you might be unable to get back to work to earn income. With money tight, you might think that a personal injury lawyer is the last thing you can afford. However, a no win no fee lawyer […]
Intersection accidents are some of the most serious that we see here at our law firm. The sad fact is that people are driving too fast too often near our intersections. In particular, many drivers try to “beat” a yellow light by hitting the gas pedal and end up slamming into pedestrians and other innocent […]