Complex Insurance Claims After Traffic Accidents
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reports that 36,560 Americans died in road accidents in 2018, and out of these, 1,038 victims were children aged 14 and below. Further, the Center for Disease Control (CDC) reports that road carnage is the leading cause of non-natural deaths in the US for people aged between one…
Read MoreUnique Risks of Commercial Truck Crashes
There are various types of commercial trucks in the U.S. that drive California roads. Generally speaking, each truck type has its own unique risks associated with it. Trucking accidents are on the rise, with estimates placing commercial trucking accidents accountable for almost one in three fatal accidents in major work areas. Commercial trucking accidents almost…
Read MoreWhen to See a Doctor after a Dog Bite
More than 48 million households in the United States own dogs, and many of us encounter dogs on a regular basis. Unfortunately, this also means that millions of people are bitten by dogs each year across the country. Dog bite injuries can vary widely, and many people debate whether they should seek medical attention for…
Read MoreWhen Is a Company Liable for Your Injuries?
Most personal injury cases involve one person filing a legal claim against another person, such as another driver or a property owner. However, many times, you may be able to file a lawsuit against a company you believe is responsible for your injuries. It’s helpful to understand when a company may be liable for your…
Read MoreProving Your Injuries and Damages in a Car Accident Claim
When you have been involved in a car accident and suffered injuries due to another person’s negligence, it can be challenging to prove the extent of your damages. Proving your injuries might seem straightforward, but the insurance companies typically have a team of adjusters trained and working to minimize the value of your claim. For…
Read MoreThe Rights of Injured Cyclists after Crashing
You are riding your bicycle through the Tustin area when, suddenly, a car crashes into you. You are lying on the pavement in pain, and people are gathering around you. Someone calls 911, and an ambulance takes you to the hospital, where you receive emergency care. Finally, after many hours, you return home with an…
Read MoreHow COVID-19 Might Impact Personal Injury Claims
With a statewide stay-at-home order in place for the foreseeable future, many people in Tustin have had their lives completely uprooted. The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted almost every aspect of our lives, including businesses and school for our kids. If you have a pending personal injury claim, you are likely concerned about how the outbreak…
Read MoreHow to Handle Confidentiality Clauses in Settlement Agreements
As a person who has been hurt in a preventable accident, it’s important to be aware of the fact that most personal injury cases are settled out of court. In many cases, the at-fault party requests that a “confidentiality clause” is included in the settlement, leading many accident victims to wonder about what they mean…
Read MoreHeadaches After a Car Accident
Many people might not consider a headache to be a serious matter. After all, most of us probably have a headache every few weeks from stress, sinus pain, and other factors. However, if you are having increased headaches after a car accident, it can definitely be a cause for concern. Following a crash, you might…
Read MoreCan a “Minor” Car Accident Result in Serious Back Injuries?
While some car accidents are particularly severe, many accidents happen that are relatively minor. For example, you may be stopped in heavy traffic on your way home from work when the driver behind you collides with the back of your car. Because the other driver was moving at a very slow speed, the damage might…
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