Posted in Medical Malpractice on June 24, 2024
Sustaining an injury caused by the negligent actions of a medical provider, whether that be a doctor, nurse, surgeon, or some other type of medical professional, can be devastating. The devastation is often compounded by a failure to understand the time limits involved with filing these claims. In California, the typical personal injury statute of… read more
Posted in Workers' Compensation on June 24, 2024
Suffering from a mental or emotional issue caused by on-the-job incidents or stress can be overwhelming. This type of mental and emotional pain and suffering can be just as, if not more, devastating than a physical injury, leading to time away from work or even the need for extensive medical treatment. But can California workers… read more
Posted in Car Accidents on May 22, 2024
The immediate aftermath of a car accident can be chaotic, and this is a time frame when adrenaline runs through the bodies of every person involved. Sometimes, injuries after an accident are relatively obvious. However, it is not uncommon for crash victims to notice delayed injury symptoms hours or even days after the incident occurs…. read more
Posted in General on May 15, 2024
Stacking an insurance policy is a tactic some people can use to combine (or stack) uninsured and underinsured motorist coverage for each vehicle you own, which gives you a greater amount of coverage overall. However in California, by law, you can not legally stack your auto insurance policy. Understanding Stacked Auto Insurance Stacked insurance allows… read more
Posted in Car Accidents,General on May 8, 2024
If you sustain injuries after a vehicle accident, your priority should be receiving medical treatment. However, you may also have an injury claim against another party to recover compensation. If that is the case, you will likely have to sign a medical authorization release form at some point. However, we do want to offer some… read more
Posted in Car Accidents on April 17, 2024
Dash cams have become much more popular over the last decade. There are dash cams available for every type of budget, and some vehicles even have dash cams built in when they come from the factory now. But are our dash cams actually helpful for providing evidence after an incident occurs? Here, we want to… read more
Posted in Workplace Injury on April 10, 2024
There are many occupations that can negatively affect our hearing. Unfortunately, occupational hearing loss can occur as a result of louder noises as well as certain chemicals that can damage different parts of the ear. Here, we want to review some ways hearing loss occurs in the workplace as well as discuss what victims can… read more
Posted in Workers' Compensation,Workplace Injury on April 3, 2024
California has a robust workers’ compensation system to protect state employees who sustain on-the-job injuries or illnesses. However, understanding who can receive these benefits after an injury or illness occurs can be confusing, particularly when discussing independent contractors, which constitute a large part of the California workforce. Here, we want to review California workers’ compensation… read more
Posted in Bicycle Accident on March 20, 2024
If you or a loved one sustain bicycle accident injuries in an accident due to the reckless or negligent actions of another driver or entity, you could recover compensation for your losses. There are various steps you can take soon after the incident occurs to help preserve the integrity of your accident claim. 1. Check… read more
Posted in Bicycle Accident on March 13, 2024
Bicyclists have full rights to the roadway in almost all scenarios under California law. Thus, it is imperative for everyday drivers like us to share the roadway appropriately. But how do we share the roadway with bicyclists in a way that increases safety for everybody? Here, we want to review some of the most important… read more
