It is not uncommon for an attorney to offer a free initial consultation where you are briefly introduced and able to discuss the details of your case. This is the perfect opportunity for you to address questions to the attorney to better determine if he or she is the right fit for you. If you …
Ring in the New Year Safely
Statistics show that every day in the United States, 28 people are killed in drunk driving crashes and hundreds more are injured. With the holiday season comes a higher risk of sharing the road with a drunk driver, especially on a night like New Year’s Eve. New Year’s Day is the most dangerous day of …
Disability Discrimination in California
California and federal law prohibits an employer from discriminating against an employee or potential employee because of a physical or mental disability, as long as the individual can still perform the tasks required of their job. The law also stipulates that an employer is required to make reasonable accommodations to the disabled employee to assist …
Damages in a Personal Injury Case
Damages in a personal injury case are intended to help make the plaintiff whole following an injury. However, it is not always possible to make the plaintiff whole and it can be difficult to put a dollar amount on pain and suffering, emotional distress, and other factors related to the case. The goal, though, is …
Dog Bite Injuries
Dogs can make great and lovable pets, however, they are also capable of inflicting bodily harm. State law in California has changed to make it easier to hold dog owners responsible for damage caused by their pets. In California, dog owners can be held “strictly liable” for injuries that are caused by their pets. This …
Safety Tips for Pedestrians and Bicyclists
Despite their health benefits, there are dangers involved with walking and cycling, especially for younger children. To help make walking and biking safer for all Americans, Secretary Foxx launched the Safer People, Safer Streets initiative on September 10, 2014. This initiative sets out to improve pedestrian and bicycle safety. Drivers are urged to keep pedestrians …
27% Of All Motorcyclists Involved In Fatal Crashes, Legally Drunk
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is using their Don’t Drink and Ride Safety Campaign to encourage motorcycle riders to practice safe riding habits. While motorcycles only make up a small percentage of registered vehicles on the road, motorcycle riders are overrepresented when it comes to statistics involving fatal crashes. These fatal statistics increase …
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What damages am I entitled to after being injured in an accident?
A common question after being injured in an accident is what damages you are potentially entitled to. It is a question we receive quite frequently and one we thought we would take an opportunity to address. Obviously, most people would prefer to have never been injured at all as opposed to receiving financial compensation for …
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When You Do and Don’t Need A Motorcycle Accident Attorney
Motorcycle accidents can lead to severe injuries and even death due to how vulnerable you, the rider, are compared to other types of motorists. To demonstrate, statistics from 2013 show that 93,000 motorcyclists were injured in traffic accidents in the United States with 4,610 fatalities. Distracted drivers, inattentive car and truck drivers, unsafe road conditions, …
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Have You Been Struck By A Vehicle? Here’s What You Need To Know
Pedestrian accidents are often caused by driver inattention and negligence. In areas where heavy vehicle traffic interacts with foot traffic accidents can occur, commonly due to motorists failing to yield to pedestrians when they should. Driver negligence and pedestrian injuries can be attributed to a variety of circumstances, including: Reckless driving Drunk driving (DUI) Lack …
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