If you or someone in your family has suffered a spinal cord injury (SCI) in a bicycle accident, you may already be familiar with the exorbitant medical costs that tend to accompany such a diagnosis. It is also common for victims to be put out of work for several months during recovery, and many are never able to earn an income again. Beyond the direct financial losses, there are also non-economic damages to consider such as lost enjoyment in life and pain and suffering. Because these damages … [Read more...]
Woman Dies After Loose Tire Crashes into Her SUV on 405 Freeway
A 61-year-old woman was tragically killed on the 405 Freeway in Long Beach recently when a tire came off another vehicle and smashed into the windshield of her SUV. The victim died before paramedics could arrive. Her passenger was rushed to Long Beach Memorial Medical Center. According to the California Highway Patrol, the crash occurred just after 1 p.m. when the rear-left tire of a southbound Dodge Ram pickup came loose and entered the northbound lanes. Reports indicate that the tire crushed … [Read more...]
Can I Sue After Falling on a Dangerous Stairway?
When people are injured while walking up or down a staircase, they often blame themselves. The truth, however, is that negligent maintenance or faulty construction can make a stairway unreasonably dangerous. If you or someone you love was hurt while traversing a staircase, the property owner or another party may be liable for the resulting medical bills, pain and suffering, and other damages. At the end of the day, if the injuries happened due to a hazard that could have been reasonably … [Read more...]
3 FAQs About Bicycle Accident Wrongful Death Claims
Losing a loved one in an unexpected accident is never easy, but it can be especially difficult to cope if another person’s careless or reckless behavior played a role. If a member of your family was killed in a bicycle accident that a negligent driver caused, you may have grounds for a wrongful death claim. These cases can be incredibly complex, and there are all sorts of reasons why the at-fault party or their insurance company might dispute your claim. A seasoned attorney can help you avoid … [Read more...]
3 FAQs About Tire Blowout Truck Accident Claims
Vehicle malfunctions play a role in about 10 percent of all commercial truck accidents. Sometimes these malfunctions are caused by defective auto parts; other times, they can be traced back to negligent maintenance. When a truck tire blows out and causes a crash, it is often necessary to perform an extensive investigation to determine why the blowout happened and who might be responsible. If you or someone you love was hurt in such a collision, read on to learn the answers to some frequently … [Read more...]
What Evidence Should I Gather After a Slip and Fall?
Every slip and fall claim is unique, but in all such cases, the strength of the available evidence is the primary factor in determining whether the victim obtains a financial award. There are three elements you’ll have to prove to win a settlement or verdict: negligence, causation, and damages. Some of the most valuable evidence can be gathered at the scene, but your premises liability attorney can help you collect evidence that you’ve overlooked or that’s difficult to access. If the property … [Read more...]
11 Reasons Insurance Companies Dispute Personal Injury Claims
Insurance companies play an integral role in the vast majority of personal injury claims. Although it’s certainly a good thing if you or the person who injured you has insurance coverage, there’s no guarantee that the claim will be approved or a fair settlement will be paid. Like any for-profit business, insurance carriers have incentive to pay out as little as possible. There are countless reasons why an insurer might deny a claim or dispute the value of damages, and this can be incredibly … [Read more...]
Can I File a Motorcycle Accident Claim If I Was Lane Splitting?
There’s no law in California that explicitly prohibits or allows lane splitting on a motorcycle, yet insurance companies may still argue that riders who lane split are negligent. When a rider is found partially liable for an accident, the final settlement or verdict is reduced by his or her own percentage of fault. Fortunately, there are several arguments an attorney can make to overcome such a dispute, and it may be possible for a rider who was lane splitting to recover compensation for 100 … [Read more...]
How Much Is My Personal Injury Case Worth?
Most people cannot afford to miss a single paycheck, so when they’re sidelined from work with a serious injury, it doesn’t take long to fall behind on essential bills. This is especially true if they’re having to pay deductibles and copays for immediate medical care. If you’ve suffered a personal injury and are now facing the possibility of severe debt or even bankruptcy, you’re probably wondering how much your claim might be worth. Because every case is unique and settlement figures can vary … [Read more...]
Types of Witnesses in Personal Injury Cases
Sometimes the process of recovering a fair settlement after a personal injury is relatively straightforward. If all parties agree on the pertinent facts, the injuries aren’t that serious, and there’s strong evidence to prove liability, causation, and damages, the opposing party might pay a settlement without much contention. But when the damages are significant or there’s a dispute regarding fault or causation, it is often necessary to bring in various witnesses to provide deposition and … [Read more...]
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