We are often asked, “If we file a lawsuit, do I have to go to appear at trial because I really don’t want to appear in Court?” The answer is “probably not”. The great majority of lawsuits are settled before going to trial. In fact, only about 2-3% of cases end up...
There is a lot of misinformation about the value of personal injury cases, most of which unfortunately comes from attorneys who make “unchecked claims” on TV and radio. What do I mean by “unchecked claims”? These are claims made by others that are never fact-checked...
A car accident can cause serious injuries. But, when a defenseless pedestrian gets hit by a moving vehicle, those injuries can be even more devastating. The lightest car on the road weighs roughly 2,000 pounds. In comparison, a Chevy Tahoe weighs more than 5,600...
Uninsured Motorist Coverage Protects Against Hit-and-Run Accidents. The other day, I spoke with a potential new client who was upset and worried. She had been hit by a semi-truck on the freeway. Instead of stopping to check on this client and to exchange insurance...
Motorcycle Crashes: Common Injuries and Preventative Measures. In California, motorcycles are ridden for commuting to work or school, and for recreation. Whether you are an avid motorcyclist, or simply starting to ride, you know that riding motorcycles have certain...
What Effect Does Uninsured Motorist Coverage Have On Vehicle Crashes? Since California drivers are required to carry automobile insurance, do you really need Uninsured Motorist coverage? YES. Why? Imagine that it’s a beautiful summer day. It’s a Sunday and you are...
Safe pedestrian behavior can help avoid accidents. Pedestrian safety is everyone’s concern, which is why it is so disheartening to see statistic from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reveal that an estimated 55,000 pedestrians were injured in...
What steps should be taken in the event of an accident caused by a driver who ran a red light? According to statistics gathered by U.S. Department of Transportation Highway Association, there was a total of 37,133 fatalities resulting from car accidents in 2017....
These are the most common injuries sustained in automobile collisions. Based on research gathered by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), an estimated 2.24 million people were injured in car accidents in 2020. Injuries vary from accident to...
What are some things you can do to help yourself recover from a car crash? An accident is not an everyday event. Accordingly, a great number of people involved in accidents do not know what to do, which is why we are providing the following guideline to use as...
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