What is “Delayed Pain” after a Car Accident?
It’s not uncommon for injury-related pain after a car accident to be delayed. In many cases you may not even know you have a serious injury until later. Even low-speed collisions that break a taillight and nudge your car into the vehicle in front of you can cause injuries. And there’s also emotional pain to […]
What Not to Say to the Insurance Company After an Accident
The less said, the better. Sure it’s a cliché. But when it comes to dealing with insurance companies after an accident, it is also good advice. This is because saying the wrong thing to the wrong person, can keep you from getting the help you need to cover medical expenses, car repairs and other costs. […]
Can I Sue for a Bike Injury in California If I Ran a Stop Sign or Red Light?
Let’s be honest – even though the law requires that bicyclists by and large follow the same rules as drivers, it is extremely common for bicyclists to not come to a full stop at stop signs. That’s not an endorsement of failing to follow local traffic laws, just an acknowledgment that it does indeed occur. […]
What To Do After A Dog Bite
Do you remember the famous scene from The Pink Panther Strikes Back? Inspector Clouseau (portrayed by Peter Sellers) has just checked into a hotel and gotten his key from the desk clerk. As he starts walking away he comes upon a dog. Turning to the clerk, he asks: “Does your dog bite?” After the clerk […]
What To Do as the Victim of a Hit-and-Run Accident
It is illegal to leave the scene of an accident in which someone gets hurt. However, a driver who thinks that he or she is going to get into some kind of legal trouble if the police come may take the chance that he or she won’t be identified later and depart in haste. About 10% of hit-and-run drivers are […]
What if I am Involved in an Accident with an Uninsured Driver?
There are three inevitable truths when it comes to California. First, our car culture is legendary. Second, our freeways are also legendary – with good reason. Third, we tend to have a lot of uninsured drivers. So what happens if you are involved in a collision with someone who doesn’t have insurance? Keep reading to find out.. It […]
Do Auto Accident Settlements Cover Chiropractic Treatment?
Even minor fender benders can result in neck injuries like whiplash or back pain that can linger for months and even become chronic. The impact of airbags can cause spine, lumbar and upper arm injuries. And when you slam the brakes or experience any sudden stop, the resulting jerk can result in a slipped or herniated disc and soft muscle injuries. […]
How Long Do I Have To Make A Personal Injury Claim In California?
In a state as large and densely populated as California, it shouldn’t come as a surprise that its courts are constantly inundated with criminal and civil matters. In fact, the total number of filings in the state’s superior courts topped 4.4 million for FY 2020-21. Of those, more than 636,000 were civil matters. A closer look at the […]
What Happens After You Hire a Personal Injury Attorney?
Picture this. You’re rushing home after a difficult day at work. You’re in a bad mood. In fact, you’re so fed up with your idiotic boss and your back stabbing co-workers that you’re thinking about quitting. To make matters even worse, the traffic is horrible. Finally, the traffic light that you have been stopped at […]
Why Should I Hire a Personal Injury Attorney?
If you were hurt in an accident where someone else was at fault, you have probably gotten all sorts of advice. Among other things friends, family and co-workers may have told you to get an attorney. But is it really worthwhile? Here are some of the reasons for hiring a personal injury lawyer. Impartiality A […]