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Did You Get Into an Accident With a Texting Driver? Here’s What You Can Do
Distracted driving has become an epidemic throughout the United States. The mobile phone has given drivers yet another distraction. Distracted driving has always been a problem, but the smartphone has made it far worse. Now, drivers have something that can regularly take their attention off the road for a few seconds at a time. They…
What Are the Most Common Causes of Construction Accidents?
If you are a construction worker who has suffered an injury on the job, you want to maximize your financial compensation. Although you can always apply for workers’ compensation benefits, they will only pay your medical costs and replace a portion of your income. You usually cannot sue your employer to obtain additional compensation, you…
How Long Do You Have to File a Truck Accident Claim in California?
If you suffered injuries in a truck accident in California, you may wonder how to obtain compensation from those responsible. Like all other states, California has a statute of limitations that restricts how long you have to file a truck accident lawsuit in civil court, which is two years from your injury. However, certain factors…
When to Hire a Truck Accident Attorney in California?
Truck accidents throughout California injure or kill thousands of people each year. Even in low-speed collisions, trucks can cause serious damage to small passenger vehicles, resulting in devastating, life-threatening injuries to other drivers and their passengers. If you suffered severe injuries or lost a loved one in a California trucking accident, hire a truck accident…
What Questions Should I Ask a Truck Accident Attorney in California?
If you suffered injuries or lost a loved one in a California truck accident, you are likely considering your options for pursuing compensation. In almost every case you stand a much better chance of recovering full compensation if you work with an experienced truck accident attorney, but you may not know how to choose the…
Can I Sue for Negligence?
When you suffer an unexpected injury in a crash, you may hear the term “negligence.” What does negligence mean? While certain actions from others may cause you an inconvenience or interrupt your day, those actions may not always rise to the level of negligence. The legal meaning of negligence plays an important role in personal…
What Are the Long-term Effects of a Brain Injury
A traumatic brain injury often results from a direct blow to the head; however, it can also happen from a jarring (whiplash-like) movement that causes the brain to smash into the skull. When this happens, the brain can bleed and swell, nerves can be damaged and torn, and the brain may no longer receive the…
When to Hire an Attorney After a Car Crash
After you are hurt or lose a loved one in a car crash, the first thing you think of is not usually hiring a lawyer – that’s appropriate. After the initial chaos passes, the question might arise, “Should I get a lawyer and, if so, when?” The best time to think about hiring an attorney…
How Much Is a Bicycle Accident Worth?
When someone else causes a cyclist serious injuries, you can hold that party accountable for all of the resulting losses. After a bike accident, you can seek compensation for your losses. But how much are your injuries from a bicycle accident worth? Below is some general information about possible injuries and losses. To discuss your…
How Do You Ask for Pain and Suffering Without a Lawyer?
First, if you suffered an injury due to someone’s negligence, you should never ask for any type of damages from an insurance company or a liable party before discussing your case with a lawyer. By doing so, you may make mistakes that compromise the value of your case or the ability to pursue a case…
