Going through the shock and trauma following a car wreck and related injury can bring with it added stress when it happens while on the job. The recourse for such accidents can be filing a workers’ compensation claim, however, some…
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), 50% of drivers killed in motor vehicle collisions in 2019 tested positive for legal or illegal drugs, an 8% upsurge from the previous year. Recent studies have revealed an overall increase…
When a person steps into a transit bus or puts a child onto a school bus, trust is placed in the bus driver and company with their safety and security. The last thing anyone expects when boarding a bus is…
Traffic accidents are an unfortunate reality of today’s fast-paced lifestyle. Auto accidents can occur at any given moment, and they can even happen to the most cautious of drivers. When a person shares the road with other drivers, he or…
When a person steps into a city transit bus or places his or her child into a school bus, trust is placed onto the bus company, the bus driver, and others with regard to safety and security. For many public…
If you are involved in a car accident that was caused by another driver and sustained injuries, you might be able to file a claim against the negligent driver’s auto insurance. In many cases, however, the negligent driver will either…
Commercial vehicle accidents are an unfortunate reality in the State of California. Roads and highways across the state are filled with large commercial vehicles and as a result of their large size, these vehicles pose a dangerous risk to those…
Every driver in the State of California should be aware that state law mandates all drivers to maintain a minimum amount of auto insurance. Having a valid insurance policy will help ensure a driver covers potential losses should they cause…
According to the National Traffic Safety Bureau, there were approximately 2 million rear-end collisions throughout the United States in 2012. Rear-end collisions, therefore, are one of the most common types of car accidents in the country, as well as the…
The responsibility of a head-on accident can depend on whether both parties were careless at the time of the collision. Negligence, or carelessness, in a head-on accident can involve a failure to yield, distracted driving, or even driving while being…
A traumatic brain injury is a very serious, yet common injury that happens when there is a sudden impact to a person’s head during an accident. Unfortunately, a severe head trauma has the potential to leave a victim unable to…
Spinal cord injury is a catastrophic grievance no one ever prepares for. According to research conducted by the National Spinal Cord Injury Statistical Center, approximately 270 thousand Americans live with spinal cord injuries, with an average of 12 thousand new…
Auto accidents can be some of the worst incidents a person can go through. Being unexpectedly hit can cause not only severe injuries, it can also leave a person mentally and emotionally impacted. Fender-benders and other minor accidents are almost…
A traumatic brain injury, also frequently referred to as a TBI, is a sudden injury that occurs to the brain that is caused by a either a jolt or blow to the head. The following are some of the most…
Hiring a personal injury lawyer can increase the chances of a successful court outcome. An experienced personal injury lawyer will help you navigate through the complex legal procedures. However, success in a case depends on an honest personal injury attorney-client…
When a person suffers an injury as the result of another person’s actions, a personal injury lawsuit can be filed to compensate the injured person for the harm that they suffered. These lawsuits often are the result of negligence, which…
Bikers typically already know that motorcycles are not as safe as most other vehicles on the road. They make the decision to ride these vehicles because the benefits outweigh the risks. However, the risks are significant, as the National Highway…
Each year, thousands of trucking accidents occur on interstates throughout the state of California. While some people are fortunate enough to walk away from these accidents unscathed, others are seriously injured or fatally wounded as a result. In addition to…
Individuals who have been involved in one or more motor vehicle accidents understand how stressful an accident can be. Even in minor accidents, the immediate aftermath of ensuring that you and your loved one’s safety and well-being are not at…
Each year, millions of individuals file claims against insurance companies to recover after an accident or incident. In some cases, filing a claim against the liable party’s insurance company is sufficient to cover your damages. However, when you or your…
Every year, thousands of individuals are seriously injured or fatally killed in DUI incidents in the state of California. When these needless incidents occur, the effects of the injuries on everyone involved can be devastating. These injuries not only cause…
California has various travel options for those without a dependable means of transportation. Buses, taxicabs, trains, and transportation vans are all used on a daily basis to transport passengers throughout many parts of the state. Accidents commonly happen while riding…
Every year, thousands of individuals are injured in accidents and incidents across the state of California. While these accidents occur for various reasons, every accident or death needlessly occurs as a result of distracted driving. Distracted driving accounts for over…
Foregoing Medical Attention After a California Car Accident If you have been injured in a car accident or incident, it is important to obtain care from a medical professional immediately. After a car accident, some individuals tend to believe they…
Recently in Palo Cedro, a dirt bike accident occurred that killed one teenager and seriously injured another teenager. The California Highway Patrol reports that at the time the accident occurred the two teens were riding dirt bikes on private property…
According to an August 2017 article in The Press-Enterprise, a Fontana driver was killed and a passenger critically injured in a rollover car accident. The driver, a 19-year-old from Fontana, was killed and her passenger critically injured after a rollover…
The San Bernardino Sun reported in September of 2017 that five people were injured in a street racing incident involving two vehicles colliding. According to police, the accident happened when a vehicle traveling eastbound on Second Street broadsided a vehicle…
According to a September 2017 article in the San Bernardino Sun, a 24-year-old San Bernardino male was accused of driving under the influence and causing a car accident. The man hit another vehicle during the crash. The accident killed the…
In May of 2017, four people were hurt in a crash, according to the San Bernardino Sun. The crash occurred early on a Saturday evening at East Baseline and Cedar Avenue and involved two vehicles. The crash sent four people…
According to a July 2017 article in The Press-Enterprise, a motorcycle crash occurred on the 215 Freeway in Riverside, which backed up rush hour traffic on both the 215 and 60 freeways. The crash was initially reported as a hit-and-run…
According to an August 2017 report in the San Bernardino Sun and a subsequent viral video showing the crash, a driver was allegedly speeding and caused a chain-reaction crash on the 10 Freeway in Colton. The dashcam footage allegedly shows…
According to a July 2017 article in The Press-Enterprise, three people were killed in an accident after a man ran a red light. A man driving an SUV allegedly crashed into a car in Apple Valley. The car crash happened…
What Is Distracted Driving? Distracted driving is any activity that could divert a person’s attention away from the primary task of driving. All distractions endanger driver, passenger, and bystander safety. These types of distractions include: Texting Using a cell phone…
The death of a loved one is tragic… the Wrongful Death of a loved one also brings many legal challenges to deal with. Grieving families struggle to understand: What happened? How did it happen? Why did it happen? Who is…
