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January 17, 2024
4 Common Myths About Traumatic Brain Injuries – Number 3 May Surprise You
It’s estimated around 1.5 million Americans suffer traumatic brain injuries each year. Traumatic brain injuries (TBI) are extremely dangerous, and oftentimes deadly. There were nearly 70,000 traumatic brain injury deaths in 2020. Any sudden bump, jolt, or blow to the head could lead to a traumatic brain injury. Some of the most common symptoms may include: Frequent headaches Vision complications Difficulty with concentra...
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January 16, 2024
Taxi Accident in Los Angeles – 5 Ways a Driver Could Seriously Injure Passengers
A taxi accident can leave passengers with lifelong injuries. Studies show that passengers in a taxi accident have higher injury rates than passengers in other vehicles. Common injuries one may suffer include: Broken bones Whiplash Cuts and lacerations Concussions Back injuries Scarring Disfigurement Loss of limbs Death While there’s an injury risk of getting in any vehicle, taxi passengers have an extra level...
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January 10, 2024
Traveling in a Southern California Windstorm – 4 Methods of Safety
If you or a loved one were injured in a Southern California windstorm, you may be entitled to compensation depending on the root of your accident. Traveling in a Southern California windstorm can lead to a higher risk for accidents and injuries. A windstorm sees gusts that exceed 34 miles per hour and are oftentimes strong enough to cause damage, including: Wrecking power lines Knocking down trees Moving vehicles, including big ...
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January 9, 2024
3 Ways to Help Determine Fault in a Head-on Collision
While all motor vehicle accidents are, in simple terms, a vehicle or vehicles hitting each other, there are different types of accidents, including a head-on collision. A head-on collision occurs when two cars crash into one another from the front-end of each vehicle. According to the National Safety Council, about 28 percent of all car crash accident deaths were the result of a head-on collision. A head-on collision can be a difficult...
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January 8, 2024
California Party Bus Injuries – 5 Dangerous Accidents
A California party bus accident may have catastrophic consequences for those injured. Riding in a California party bus for special events has trended in Los Angeles and across the country for about a decade. A party bus might be rented for occasions such as: Birthday Wedding Bachelor/Bachelorette party Graduation Prom Homecoming Group outing to a Lakers game There are party bus regulations laid out by the Californi...
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December 29, 2023
Explaining New Laws in California for 2024 – Employment, Personal Injury, and more
2024 will see new laws in California that may affect personal injury, workers’ comp, or employment cases. As 2023 comes to a close, a bevy of new laws in California will go into effect on January 1st, 2024. Some of the biggest changes for new laws in California are regarding employment. California already has some of the country’s strictest employment laws, many of which are highly beneficial to workers in the Golden State. Minimum ...
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December 20, 2023
Personal Injuries on Christmas – 3 Dangerous Accidents this Holiday Season
Protect yourself and others this Christmas from personal injuries. Christmas lights, carolers and busy malls are always signs of the holiday season. While Christmas is normally reserved for rest and time with family, personal injuries can still happen. A personal injury occurs when someone is injured due to the negligence of another party. The injury may be from another person, a business, etc. There are a large number of persona...
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November 14, 2023
What is a medical lien? 1 Way You Can Receive Big Help Without Insurance
Some doctors work on a medical lien, which can help ease financial stressors following a personal injury. A doctor or other healthcare provider can work on a medical lien, where any medical expenses from your treatment are covered with money from your settlement. Imagine a situation where Julian is leaving a grocery store like Ralph’s or Whole Foods when he’s hit by a driver in the parking lot. Julian suffers a broken leg and a ser...
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October 5, 2023
Accidents Caused by a Brake Check in California – 3 Dangerous Consequences
A brake check accident can lead to serious injuries for the drivers of either car. A brake check is often used in an aggressive manner to warn another car. Imagine you’re driving on the 170. You’re not far from your Burbank Boulevard exit when another car starts tailgating - following closely behind you. It’s extremely frustrating. You’re just trying to get home. To get them to move off your vehicle, you may decide to brak...
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October 4, 2023
Pasadena Accident Stats – 4 Tips to Remain Safe in the City of Roses
Home of the annual Rose Bowl, Pasadena, California can be described as the nucleus of the San Gabriel Valley. The latest United States Census data gives Pasadena a population of 135,732 residents, making it the 9th most populous city in Los Angeles County, and amongst the top 50 of all cities in California. The Rose Bowl Flea Market usually features over 2,500 vendors on the second Sunday of each month, while Old Town Pasadena includes m...
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