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If you were seriously hurt in a large truck crash, it’s wise to call a personal injury attorney as soon as possible. Enlisting help right away will give your legal team the opportunity to gather time-sensitive evidence before it’s altered or destroyed. Examples include dashcam footage, surveillance recordings, driver’s logs, and black box data. It will also ensure you have plenty of time to proceed to trial should the opposing party refuse to cooperate, offer a fair settlement, or even … [Read more...]
Can I Continue Using Social Media While My Personal Injury Case Is Pending?
Social media has become a pillar of modern life. As of 2020, almost half of the global population is registered on at least one social network. Used in both personal and professional capacities, these sites provide a place to connect with people all over the world in real time. If you’re active on social media, you’ve probably turned to your digital friends and followers for advice, support, and encouragement. And if you were recently hurt in some kind of preventable accident, you undoubtedly … [Read more...]
Which Auto Insurer Should Handle My Property Damage Claim?
If you were involved in a motor-vehicle collision through no fault of your own, you may be wondering whether to file a first- or third-party claim for the resulting property damage. Because California is a fault state in regard to auto accidents, you might be inclined to opt for the latter and bring the claim against the liable party’s insurer. It's reasonable to assume that filing a third-party claim has advantages. You won’t have to cover the deductible, for example. Also, you may already … [Read more...]
6 FAQs About Premises Liability Claims Involving Child Injuries
Children may not always be aware of their surroundings, but that doesn’t waive property owners of liability if kids end up getting hurt on their premises. If your son or daughter sustained serious injuries on someone else’s property, your family may be entitled to compensation for all associated damages. In order to pursue a payout, though, you must put together a strong claim, which requires sufficient evidence of liability, causation, and damages. Here are the answers to some of the most … [Read more...]
Statute of Limitations for Motorcycle Accident Lawsuits in California
If you were hurt in a motorcycle accident through no fault of your own, you have the right to seek compensation for the resulting damages from all liable parties. While putting together a claim may be the last thing on your mind when recovering from serious injuries, it is essential that you act fast. Should the opposing party refuse to pay a fair settlement, you may have no choice but to file a lawsuit, but you have a limited amount of time in which to do so. In California, the standard … [Read more...]
6 FAQs About Slip & Fall Back Injury Claims
From skydiving to horseback riding, there are all kinds of activities that require an assumption of injury risk—and for good reason. Extreme sports and other recreational activities are inherently dangerous, even when you take all recommended precautions. Chances are, however, most of the things you do on a day-to-day basis aren’t especially risky. You don’t have to sign a waiver of liability before entering the grocery store, for example, or when visiting a friend’s apartment … [Read more...]
How Much Is My Wrongful Death Claim Worth?
If your loved one died because another party was negligent, reckless, or malicious, your family may have grounds for legal action. While filing a wrongful death claim won’t bring back the deceased, it might at least yield the compensation needed to pick up the pieces in the wake of the loss. In California, a successful wrongful death claim may compensate eligible beneficiaries for: Funeral and burial expenses;Lost income and benefits;Medical bills incurred while treating the deceased’s … [Read more...]
6 FAQs About Failure to Yield Bicycle Accident Claims
Bicyclists have the same right to the road as the motorists in traffic around them. When someone behind the wheel of a car, truck, or SUV doesn’t respect this right, however, there’s little that bikers can do to protect themselves. If you were struck by a negligent motorist who failed to yield when you had the right of way, you may be entitled to compensation for the resulting damages. Let’s take a look at some of the most frequently asked questions about building a bicycle accident claim in … [Read more...]
Damages in California Bicycle Accident Lawsuits
From providing a great workout to reducing your carbon footprint, cycling offers a host of benefits. It’s especially popular in California, where commuters can cycle 12 months out of the year, and recreational riders can enjoy breathtaking vistas on virtually every trail. Despite its many advantages, though, biking has a few major drawbacks. Because bikes lack a crumple zone, for example, cyclists have zero protection from forceful impacts when riding alongside moving traffic. As such, a drunk, … [Read more...]
6 FAQs About Slip & Fall Hip Fracture Claims
Among people who slip and fall, roughly 5 percent end up fracturing something. Hip fractures are the most serious of this type of injury and tend to cause the worst health problems. They also result in the highest number of deaths, especially among the elderly. If you sustained a hip fracture on someone else’s property, the resulting costs are probably adding up fast. Medical bills and lost wages alone can amount to tens of thousands of dollars—or more—each month. Fortunately, you may be able … [Read more...]
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