Personal injury accident victims incur several different types of damages. Damages for current and future medical costs are easy to understand and damages for property loss is straightforward. Damages related to lost earnings; however, can be more complex. For this reason, I always take the time to explain the concept of lost earnings to new personal injury clients. The calculation of lost earnings takes many things into account - how much work time has been missed … [Read more...]
Long Beach Truck Accidents: What Are The Common Causes?
We depend on tractor-trailers and large trucks to transport goods throughout the state. The trucking industry provides jobs for millions of people and is necessary in delivering goods to consumers across the country. Given the number of trucks on Southern California streets and freeways, it is not surprising that there are a large number of truck accidents each year. According to the U. S. Department of Transportation, 104,000 people were injured in large truck accidents during 2012 … [Read more...]
How Social Networking Effects Your Case
Today our world is connected through social media 24/7. Some people post everything about their lives on social media and eagerly consume the constant updates of family and friends. Many also use social media as a tool to help further their careers. We reach out to members of our network for ideas, suggestions and job opportunities. Social networking has become a central part of our lives both at work and at home. Networking through social media is a wonderful tool that … [Read more...]
Serious Injuries Associated With Personal Injury Accidents
Serious Injuries Associated With Personal Injury Accidents by Michael Waks Each personal Injury accident is different, but the types of injuries they cause are similar. Learn more about it in this presentation. … [Read more...]
Definitions of Legal Terms Used In Personal Injury Cases
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...]
Can An Accident Victim Sue For Pain And Suffering?
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...]
Definitions of Medical Terms Used in Personal Injury Cases
Definitions of Medical Terms Used in Personal Injury Cases by Michael Waks. A lot of unfamiliar medical terms are used in Personal Injury Cases. This presentation will identify the most commonly used terms and explain what they mean. … [Read more...]
What are Sub Rosa Videos and How to Avoid Being Hurt by Them
If you are the plaintiff in a personal injury case and have filed a claim alleging you were injured because of someone else's negligence, you may wind up being the star of a sub rosa video. Sub rosa videos are videos taken of the plaintiff by a defendant's Insurance Company, without the plaintiff's knowledge. The purpose of these videos is to try to catch the plaintiff engaged in some activity he/she claims in the lawsuit he/she can no longer do because of the … [Read more...]
How do I Select a Personal Injury Attorney When There Are So Many to Choose From?
If you were unfortunate enough to be involved in an accident caused by someone else, you need to hire to a Personal Injury Attorney to protect your interests. Do not represent yourself. There is an old saying that anyone who represents himself has a fool for a client and an idiot for a lawyer. Truer words have never been said. I practice law in Long Beach, California and represent victims all through Los Angeles but the following advice applies to anyone in the … [Read more...]
Personal Injury Cases Impacted by Budget Cuts
The Effect of the California Budget Crisis on Personal Injury Cases Until recently, personal injury victims unable to settle their claims would file a lawsuit in the local jurisdiction - Torrance, Santa Monica, Long Beach, etc. - where the accident occurred. Due to California's budget crisis the Courts have consolidated all personal injury cases in downtown Los Angeles. In addition to the inconvenience this poses to the victims of personal injury accidents, the consolidation of all … [Read more...]