Recovering damages for any injuries you sustain as a result of a serious accident can sometimes be challenging. In these instances, you may want to consider hiring a Personal Injury Lawyer to represent you and advocate for your interests in any negotiations with an insurance company. Moreover, it is especially important that you consult with an attorney before filing a personal injury lawsuit. However, before you decide to hire a lawyer, there are some questions you should be sure to ask them. When you choose your personal...Continue Reading...
In a recent article by The Press-Enterprise, a RTA bus crashed into a full-sized pickup truck causing the driver to be injured. Friday afternoon in Riverside at about 1:11 p.m. six people were aboard the Route 12 bus when it crashed into a white Ford Ranger pickup truck at 14th and Orange street, causing the truck to roll onto its side. The truck driver suffered minor injuries but had to be taken out with the Jaws of Life machine as he was trapped inside of his vehicle. None of the passengers on the Route 12 bus at the time were said to be injured...Continue Reading...
Brain and spine injuries can result in permanent disability. These injuries generally make a person incapable of earning a livelihood and can have a devastating effect on not just the victim, but the entire family. Whether the injury had occurred due to intentional or negligent behavior of another person, justice demands that the victim is compensated for the injuries.Legal Process Involved in Brain and Spine InjuriesBrain and spine injuries can have lifelong consequences. The injuries usually happen as a result of a penetrating head or back injury....Continue Reading...
Accidents happen daily. Whether it involves you tripping over your own shoelaces or being in a car crash caused by another person texting while driving, an accident can happen anytime, anywhere, no matter how careful you are. When accidents happen, if you are physically injured or your vehicle is damaged, it is important to know against whom you can bring a claim and what these claims are called. If you or a loved one has been in an auto accident due to the negligence of another, it is invaluable to contact an experienced California personal...Continue Reading...
The Los Angeles Times released an article reporting a fatal accident occurring in the City of Pacoima on Friday evening at about 4:27 p.m. A three year old boy and his father were crossing the roadway near the intersection of Varna and Chase Street, when a vehicle struck them. The father suffered only minor injuries that did not require hospitalization. His young son, however, was taken to an area hospital where he later died. The faulty driver stopped and called for emergency aid but then fled the scene before authorities could arrive....Continue Reading...
A bar fight is generally depicted on the television and in the movies with the protagonist physically confronting a group of assailants. They rarely depict the reality of the financial pain that is suffered by the victims due to getting injured in the bar fight.With thousands of bars and nightclubs operating in California that serve alcohol, the possibilities of a brawl happening are high. If you have been injured due to a bar fight, you have the legal option to collect compensation from the guilty party for your injuries.But who should you sue...Continue Reading...
Justice demands that an individual who suffers an injury due to negligent behavior of another should get adequate compensation. This is necessary to ensure that victims cope with their injuries and resume routine lives.Many factors are assessed when determining how much compensation is due in a personal injury case. Here we will take a look at some of the important factors that are considered when determining the compensation amount.1. Financial LossThe starting point of any personal injury compensation case is the financial loss suffered by the...Continue Reading...
A Big Bear pedestrian was struck by a vehicle while walking on a Sunday night in December according to a recent article by The Sun. A 41-year-old man of Big Bear was walking on the roadway near Thrush Drive when a passing vehicle with a man from Sugar Loaf struck him. Paramedics found the pedestrian unresponsive lying in the street suffering from critical injuries. The victim was flown to a hospital where he was last listed in critical condition. The investigation is still ongoing.We often do not expect to be struck by a vehicle while walking around...Continue Reading...