Drunk driving remains a common and deadly problem on U.S. roadways. In fact, Mothers Against Drunk Driving estimates that intoxicated drivers injure more than 800 individuals every single day. Even if you have never had to contend with a drunk driving accident before,...
Personal Injury
California ranks 3rd in the nation for road rage
Aggressive driving plays a role in more than half of all traffic crashes that take place across California and the nation, and road rage has a hand in more than half of all car wrecks that result in at least one fatality. California sees more incidents of road rage...
Pedestrian accident risk factors and statistics
As a pedestrian, you need to familiarize yourself with the numerous risks you face near traffic. Every year, many pedestrians sustain serious injuries and lose their lives in traffic accidents, and you are particularly vulnerable during an accident when compared to...
Recognizing the prevalence of drowsy driving
If you come across a drowsy driver on the road, they could cause a serious accident that leaves you with a debilitating injury. Driver fatigue is far too common, and many drivers do not recognize how dangerous it is to get behind the wheel when they struggle with...
What kinds of damages can you recover in a personal injury lawsuit?
The costs resulting from a motor vehicle accident can be substantial, especially if you sustained serious injuries. Consequently, if you choose to sue the negligent driver responsible for your accident, you seek to recover these costs. FindLaw explains that, for...
What injuries can result from slipping on a wet floor?
Slip injuries can happen any time a person walks on a slick surface. This can include frozen surfaces like outdoor parking lots, or even freshly-mopped floors which one can find in any store that requires mopping. Due to their commonality, some might falsely think of...
What to know about suing the government for personal injury
Negligence or wrongdoing by one party against another opens the possibility of a personal injury claim in civil court. What if the negligent party is a government employee or member of the military? Citizens should know their rights when it comes to bringing a suit...
What are some common signs of brain trauma?
While some physical injuries may be easy to notice, a brain injury may not seem obvious at first. In the days or weeks following a blow to the head, which can happen when stepping out of a boat or a vehicle, you may begin to notice signs that you experienced brain...
How long do you have to make a California personal injury claim?
When you suffer a serious injury in California in a car crash, slip-and-fall incident or something similar due to someone else’s negligence, you may look to that person or entity to cover your medical care and other associated expenses. However, if you wish to pursue...
What you should do after oil spill exposure
If you come in contact with an oil spill, you must pay extra attention to how you feel. Crude oil can be hazardous when it gets out of control. According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the U.S. endures thousands of oil spills every year....