Posted in Slip & Fall on December 20, 2023
Fall incidents often lead to major injuries, significant medical bills, and time away from work. If a fall happens due to the negligent actions of another individual, business, or entity, injury victims may be able to recover compensation for their losses. However, the process of recovering compensation in these circumstances can be challenging. Here, we… read more
Posted in Motorcycle Accidents on December 13, 2023
California has more registered motorcycles than any state in the US, with more than 850,000 active motorcycle registrations, according to the California Office of Traffic Safety. Unfortunately, during the most recent reporting year, more than 11,400 motorcyclists sustained injuries in motor vehicle accidents. Here, we want to examine state data and national data to look… read more
Posted in Workers' Compensation on December 6, 2023
If you sustain an injury or illness caused by the workplace, you deserve compensation. However, you need to know how much compensation you will receive so that you can establish an adequate financial plan for yourself and your family as you recover from your injury or illness. Here, we want to review how workers’ compensation… read more
Posted in Rideshare Accident on November 22, 2023
If an accident occurs involving a rideshare vehicle, who is responsible? This isn’t a “chicken or egg” type of question – rideshare accidents are not uncommon throughout our area of California. If an Uber or Lyft accident occurs, there will need to be an extensive investigation into the incident to determine liability. However, if you… read more
Posted in Wrongful Death on November 21, 2023
When a person loses their life due to an unexpected incident, family members and friends will most certainly have questions. One of those questions may be whether or not another individual was responsible for the incident. Wrongful death claims arise in a variety of ways throughout California, but not every untimely death is a wrongful… read more
Posted in Wrongful Death on November 20, 2023
Wrongful death claims arise when a person loses their life due to the negligent actions or misconduct of another individual or entity. These claims arise in a wide variety of ways, and they can allow family members and the estate of the deceased to recover compensation for their loss. Here, we want to examine more… read more
Posted in Brain Injury on October 25, 2023
Traumatic brain injuries can occur when a person sustains a bump, blow, or jolt to the head or body or a penetrating injury, such as a gunshot wound or from some other type of external force. These types of injuries can range in severity from minor concussions to severe traumatic brain injuries that have lasting… read more
Posted in Spinal Cord Injury on October 23, 2023
Spinal cord injuries can have significant long-term impacts on a victim. However, there are various levels of spinal cord injury that a person can sustain that can affect their long-term prognosis. Here, we want to review the levels of spinal cord injuries as well as how these incidents occur. Incomplete Versus Complete Spinal Cord Injuries… read more
Posted in Workers' Compensation,Workplace Injury on October 19, 2023
If you or somebody you love has sustained a workplace injury but received a claim denial from the employer or an insurance carrier, you may need to go through the official appeals process in order to recover the benefits you are entitled to. However, appealing a workers’ compensation decision can be challenging, and we encourage… read more
Posted in Nursing Home Abuse on September 20, 2023
The elderly and those unable to care for themselves should be safe in nursing homes. Unfortunately, there are times when nursing home residents suffer from various types of abuse. Any abuse of these vulnerable populations is abhorrent, and victims may be able to recover compensation. Information from the National Council on Aging indicates that approximately… read more
