If you have spent any time driving on Southern California’s highways, you have no doubt encountered some debris on the side of the road that is from a shredded tire of a semi-truck. Large commercial trucks have serious tire problems far more frequently than most… Continue reading The Dangers of Semi-Truck Tire Blowouts
Texting and Driving Laws and Statistics for Truck Drivers
Most motorists know about the dangers of texting while driving, but many people continue to do it anyway. While teens and young adults are most likely to text while driving, other demographics are not immune to this common distraction. While the law varies from state… Continue reading Texting and Driving Laws and Statistics for Truck Drivers
Child Head Injury Statistics
Child Head Injury Statistics Many of us have vivid recollections of the childhood injuries we suffered. We may remember how a broken arm from falling off a swing set kept us from swimming all summer, or the way it felt when we got the wind… Continue reading Child Head Injury Statistics
Can I Sue the Property Owner or General Contractor in a Construction Accident?
Litigating cases involving injuries stemming from a construction accident are very complex because of the recent changes in the law. In order to protect your claim and get full compensation for your construction site accident, you should speak with an attorney who has successfully handled… Continue reading Can I Sue the Property Owner or General Contractor in a Construction Accident?
How long does a slip and fall case take to resolve?
One of the most frequently asked questions is: How long does a slip and fall case take to resolve? The amount of time it will take to resolve a slip and fall case is fact-specific. Generally, slip and fall cases are very difficult because liability is… Continue reading How long does a slip and fall case take to resolve?
Riding a Bicycle on a Sidewalk and Against the Flow of Traffic Does Not Violate California Vehicle Code
When a bicyclist is injured while riding a bicycle against the flow of the traffic on a sidewalk or a crosswalk, defendant will likely attempt to skirt liability by claiming that the bicyclist was negligent because he violated California Vehicle Code Section 21650.1. Specifically, section… Continue reading Riding a Bicycle on a Sidewalk and Against the Flow of Traffic Does Not Violate California Vehicle Code
4 Important Elements that Must be Proven in a Slip and Fall / Trip and Fall Case
In a previous post, we discussed why most slip and fall cases are unsuccessful due to a lack of preparation by the plaintiff’s attorney. Today we would like to discuss the four elements of a slip and fall case that must be proven to win… Continue reading 4 Important Elements that Must be Proven in a Slip and Fall / Trip and Fall Case
The #1 Reason Slip and Fall Cases are Unsuccessful
Every year hundreds of thousands of people in the United States suffer serious injuries as a result of slip and fall accidents. Close to 40 people will die every day, most of whom will be the elderly. Despite this high number of accidents, few slip… Continue reading The #1 Reason Slip and Fall Cases are Unsuccessful