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Definitions of Legal Terms Used In Personal Injury Cases

February 4, 2015 by

For many individuals being the victim of a personal injury accident is the first time they have ever needed to hire an attorney. It comes at a time when they are suffering physically, emotionally, and sometimes financially as a result of injuries sustained through no fault of their own. Under these circumstances the experience can be stressful, and a bit overwhelming. To add to that, it is the first time they are hearing the legal terms commonly used in personal injury cases. … [Read more...]

Is There a Limit on The Hours A Driver Can Operate A Commercial Truck?

January 26, 2015 by

Each day throughout Southern California, large commercial vehicles are involved in truck accidents. The reasons for commercial truck accidents are as varied as the injuries they cause. Improperly loaded cargos, poor truck maintenance and hazardous road conditions all contribute to the likelihood an accident will occur. The most common cause of truck accidents however, is driver negligence. Speeding, driving while impaired, or distracted driving are a few ways a commercial truck driver can be … [Read more...]

Can I Recover My Damages If I Wasn’t Wearing A Helmet During A Motorcycle Accident?

January 22, 2015 by

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, motorcycle ownership is at an all-time high. As more motorcyclists have taken to the road, rider fatalities have grown even more rapidly, especially compared to cars. This has spurred nearly all states to implement some form of helmet law. California is one of 19 states that has instituted a universal helmet law requiring all riders to wear helmets. The purpose of helmet laws is to try to limit the severity of injuries resulting … [Read more...]

Free Report: Should Motorcyclists Use Go Pro Cameras On Their Helmets?

January 21, 2015 by

The lack of protection surrounding riders makes them more vulnerable to serious injuries in a motorcycle accident. Motorcyclists know they must be alert at all times, but when motorcycle accidents occur, at-fault drivers often claim the riders were to blame. Go Pro Cameras are very useful in providing evidence about how the accident really occurred. Click here to read the whole article or download the PDF. … [Read more...]

What Can I Sue For In an Automobile Accident Case in California?

January 14, 2015 by

What Can I Sue For In an Automobile Accident Case in California by Michael Waks When you are involved in an automobile accident, you suffer physical, emotional and financial damages. You are entitled to receive compensation from the at-fault party for your damages. Learn more about automobile accident case in California in this presentation.     … [Read more...]

What Are the Damages in an Electrocution Case?

January 13, 2015 by

What Are the Damages in an Electrocution Case? by Michael Waks. Electricity is part of our lives however, electricity causes severe and life-threatening injuries every day. When you are injured due to an electric shock, you may be entitled to damages from the responsible party. … [Read more...]

What Damages Can Be Recovered from A Spinal Cord Injury Accident?

January 8, 2015 by

Unlike other parts of the body, the spinal cord does not have the ability to repair itself. This makes a spinal cord injury one of the most devastating injuries that occur in personal injury accidents. A spinal cord injury is often the result of a sharp blow that severs the spinal cord or crushes, dislocates, fractures or compresses the vertebrae that surround the cord. Injury to the spinal cord can cause partial or complete paralysis, and is life-altering.  A Spinal Cord Injury … [Read more...]

Can An Accident Victim Sue For Pain And Suffering?

January 6, 2015 by

Accident victims suffer from a variety of injuries. The physical injuries, such as spinal cord injuries, traumatic brain injuries, broken bones and lacerations, occur at the time of the accident. Those injuries; however, are often not where an accident victim's suffering ends. Oftentimes, as a result of an accident, the victim needs to deal with physical pain, mental and emotional pain and/or the pain of adjusting to new physical limitations and a lower quality of life. When this … [Read more...]