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March 7, 2023
E-Scooter Accidents – 5 Huge Tips for Riding an Electric Scooter in Los Angeles
According to the US Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), emergency room visits from electric scooter accidents went up over 70 percent between 2017 and 2020. Traveling through parts of Los Angeles over the last few years, you’ve probably noticed an uptick in people riding an electric scooter. A quick and easy way to get around, the LA area may seem like a hub for this form of transportation, especially in areas like Venice or Santa ...
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March 6, 2023
Traumatic Brain Injury – 6 Types and Their Devastating Effects
A traumatic brain injury can last a lifetime, leading to negative ramifications for victims. The human brain controls various processes that regulate the body. Certain injuries to the brain, known as a traumatic brain injury, or TBI, are common. It’s important to try and keep the brain healthy to allow proper human function. A TBI is an injury that affects the brain and how it works. According to the American Association of Neurologica...
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March 2, 2023
What is a Concussion? 5 Important Symptoms to Look Out For
The Centers for Disease Control reports over 175 Americans died from traumatic brain injuries like a concussion everyday in 2020. Concussions are one of the most frequent traumatic brain injuries. A traumatic brain injury like a concussion can affect how the brain works, leading to a severe impact on the organ’s functions for many years. Seeing a great deal of media attention recently in relation to football players, concussions are ...
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February 22, 2023
7 Winter Driving Tips for Traveling in California – Stay Safe in Snow, Sleet, or other Wintery Conditions
Winter driving requires different safety precautions. Unless you grew up in the Midwest or East Coast, you most likely aren’t used to winter driving. Afterall, the average total snowfall in the city of Los Angeles is 0 inches. Even though the beaches of Venice and Santa Monica may stay clear from snow, many Californians will travel to Big Bear, Tahoe or Mammoth for winter activities. While SoCal residents are used to driving sun fil...
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February 17, 2023
What Damages Can I Recover After a Car Accident? 2 Types and How They Might Affect an Accident Victim
Damages is a legal term you may hear about regarding a car accident case. Damages are the amount of money awarded to a plaintiff following a lawsuit. There is no set or predetermined amount of damages one can receive. It usually depends on factors like the type of injury suffered. Car accidents frequently give rise to the claims brought in personal injury cases. From the 405 to Hollywood Boulevard, car accidents seem far too common in Lo...
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February 14, 2023
How Can Social Media Posts be Used in a Personal Injury Case? 3 Tips to Help with Privacy
An estimated 72.3 percent of the United States population uses social media. Social media has changed the way we communicate. From a Tweet praising your favorite ice cream shop to an Instagram post of your cat, we’re constantly sharing aspects from our daily lives via these platforms. Facebook alone had 2.85 billion users worldwide in 2021. The dangers of social media have often been discussed in movies and other forms of entertainme...
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February 9, 2023
How do I Prove Loss of Wages After a Personal Injury? 3 Things That Can Help with a Successful Claim
Loss of Wages can be detrimental to anyone following a personal injury case. Personal injury cases in California are unique to each individual claim. There are various damages the injured party may seek, including loss of wages. Loss of wages is defined as the amount of income one could have earned, but “lost”, due to injury. Examples can include: Regular pay - this is your regular, hourly pay rate. Overtime pay - If you freq...
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January 31, 2023
What do I do After a Tire Blowout? 6 Tips to Remain Calm
A tire blowout is extremely dangerous. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reported 664 motor vehicle traffic fatalities in 2020 due to tire-related issues. One of the worst sounds when driving is a loud BOOM. If it’s coming from the area around your tires, chances are that it's a tire blowout. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, a tire blowout is defined as a rapid loss of tire air pressure t...
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January 25, 2023
Odds of Dying in a Car Crash – 4 Alarming Top Causes
Your odds of dying in a car crash are 1 in 101, according to the National Safety Council. While no one wants to compare a car crash to the wonders of Los Angeles like beaches and movie sets, with thousands of Angelenos on the road, the number of accidents becomes undoubtedly high. In 2017, there were over 156,000 accidents in Los Angeles county. While it’s not always pleasant to think about, a large amount of vehicular fatalities o...
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January 18, 2023
Can Motorcycles Drive in Carpool (HOV) Lanes in California? 7 tips to maintain your safety
Riding a motorcycle in California is a hobby for many, but riders must still follow certain laws. There are different rules of the road for California motorcycle drivers. For example, Lane-Splitting is legal for motorcycles in the state of California. One of the more unique rules involves the High-Occupancy Vehicle (HOV) lane. Known to many Angelenos as the carpool lane, it’s generally for automobiles carrying two or more passenger...
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