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September 26, 2024
4 Types of Truck Accidents and Their Dangerous Causes
Recent studies from the National Safety Council reveal that California ranked second in the US for deaths involving large truck accidents. There were 416 deaths from large truck accidents in California, accounting for close to ten percent of all truck accident deaths in the US. Truck accidents are oftentimes more deadly than other types of vehicular accidents simply due to the size of the trucks involved. There are four common types of t...
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September 17, 2024
3 Ways a Dog Bite Injury Can Have Psychological Ramifications on a Victim
Psychological ramifications from injuries can be as tolling as physical injuries. Oftentimes, we don’t think of the psychological ramifications of personal injuries. We usually think of physical effects. Injuries like broken bones or burns are commonly associated with a personal injury. However, while a broken bone generally heals, psychological ramifications may linger for prolonged periods of time. Dog bites are a common personal ...
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September 3, 2024
Calculating Average Weekly Earnings
Understanding "Average Weekly Earnings" in Workers' Compensation When you're dealing with a workers' compensation case, a common term is "Average Weekly Earnings" (AWE). But what does that actually mean, and how does it impact your compensation? What is Average Weekly Earnings (AWE)? In workers’ compensation law, “Average Weekly Earnings” is a critical figure used to calculate the amount of benefits you are entitled to receive if ...
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September 3, 2024
Temporary Total Disability Guide
Understanding Temporary Total Disability (TTD) in Workers' Compensation If you've been injured on the job and are unable to work while you recover, you may be entitled to Temporary Total Disability (TTD) benefits. Here, we'll explain what TTD means in the context of workers' compensation, how benefits are calculated, and what you need to know to ensure you receive the support you're entitled to. What is Temporary Total Disability? Tempo...
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August 22, 2024
San Fernando Valley – 5 Most Dangerous Streets for Accidents
The San Fernando Valley is home to over 1.8 million Californians. In fact, the San Fernando Valley would be the fifth most populous city in the United States if it was a standalone. From Encino and Sherman Oaks to Sylmar and Granada Hills, or West Hills and Chatsworth to Burbank and Toluca Lake, the Valley is an enclave for various Angelenos. Many others travel through the area, including employees who work on the lot or at studios, as ...
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August 14, 2024
6 Surprising Personal Injury Myths Debunked
Personal injury myths can interfere with your chance at maximum compensation. There are many personal injury myths that have developed over the years, but a personal injury should not be taken lightly. Personal injuries occur due to the negligence of another party. They can happen a large number of ways, including: Car accidents Truck accidents Motorcycle accidents Slip and fall Dog bites Burn injuries Personal injur...
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August 8, 2024
What if I’m Injured at My Apartment Complex? 7 Huge Injuries That can Affect Renters
Renting an apartment is extremely common in Los Angeles. Afterall, homeownership rates are only 37 percent in LA. If you currently rent an apartment, your landlord and property owner have a duty to properly maintain the building and its amenities to ensure your safety. Failure to do so could be grounds for a premises liability case following a personal injury. In a premises liability claim, a victim must prove that they were injured...
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July 30, 2024
What to do When Traffic Signals are Malfunctioning? 1 way to Help Your Safety
Traffic signals are designed to help control the flow of traffic at intersections. Traffic signals can increase the safety of both vehicles and pedestrians. Traffic was originally controlled by police officers. There are three traffic signals with assigned colors to indicate what a driver should do: A red light signals that the driver should stop. A yellow light signals that the driver should slow down, as the light is about to t...
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July 23, 2024
What Types of Illness Would Qualify for a Workers’ Comp Claim in California? 3 Dangerous Examples
What happens if someone is sick? Does workers’ compensation also cover illness? For a workers’ comp case, we often think of physical injuries over illness. Incidents like a slip and fall or explosion resulting in a burn can lead to serious physical problems for the victim. But are certain illnesses eligible for workers’ compensation? Essentially, yes, but there are some guidelines. According to the California Department of Indu...
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July 16, 2024
Safety and Self-Driving Cars – 1 Major Con That Could Come as a Result of Automation
How can self-driving cars prevent accidents? Self-driving cars seem to be the way of the future. Studies expect there to be close to 4.5 million self-driving cars on US roads by 2030. It may seem like something out of a cartoon or science fiction, but with self-driving cars now a reality, it’s important to understand potential safety issues. To start, there are different levels of automation: Level 0 - Driver is still fully respons...
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