Category Archives: Personal Injury
Determining Who’s at Fault for a Truck Accident
Whenever there are multiple parties to an accident, the chances increase that fault may be shared. Truck accidents are even more complicated, since fault may lie not only with the truck driver but also with individuals or businesses involved in putting the truck on the road. In California, all parties whose negligence or other misconduct […]
Effective Responses and Remedies for Nursing Home Abuse
Nursing home residents are often vulnerable to abuse, neglect and even theft. Caregivers may use threats, intimidation or undue influence to silence victims. When nursing home personnel violate residents’ rights or fail to deliver proper care, the victims and their families can pursue remedies under civil and criminal law to stop the abuse and to […]
How Driving an Uninsured Vehicle May Limit Your Damages Claim After an Accident
If you are involved in an auto accident caused by another driver’s negligence, and you are injured, you may seek compensation for your injuries and related damages from the negligent driver. However, California requires that all drivers have insurance protection for any vehicles they own. If you do not have insurance coverage for your vehicle, […]
How Left Turns and U-turns Contribute to Motorcycle Accidents
With scenic views along coastal roads in beautiful weather, California’s highway system is a favorite of motorcyclists. Unfortunately, bikers who are involved in accidents are prone to serious and permanent injuries. Among the common causes of these accidents are car and truck drivers who make left turns and U-turns that cut off motorcycles coming in […]
The Role of Expert Witnesses in Auto Accident Cases
If you are hurt in an automobile accident and your injuries are more than minor, it may be necessary to hire experts to determine your physical condition, the damage to your motor vehicle and the accident scene in order to develop the evidence that will support your claim for monetary compensation. Experts prepare reports which […]
How California Personal Injury Cases Are Proceeding During the Pandemic
The COVID-19 pandemic has wreaked havoc across the United States and throughout the world. The California Superior Court system is not immune to the negative consequences. Many of the courts are under orders to remain closed or to offer limited access to prevent the spread of coronavirus. The Santa Barbara County Superior Court is open […]
What To Do if You’re in an Accident With an Uninsured or Underinsured Motorist
Under California law, drivers need to purchase liability insurance for their motor vehicles. However, there are many drivers who either do not have insurance or who carry insurance with policy limits that are inadequate to compensate victims of accidents they cause. California only requires a driver to carry insurance of at least $15,000 for bodily […]
Can You Suffer Whiplash in a Low-Speed Car Crash?
Contrary to what insurance companies would have you believe, people involved in low-speed vehicle collisions can suffer serious injuries — among them whiplash. This occurs when the sensitive muscles, tendons and ligaments in the neck are damaged by sudden head and neck movements. In some instances, a person who sustains a whiplash injury may be […]
You Were Injured on Public Property. Is the Government Liable?
Most people know that if you slip and fall on a wet floor at the grocery store, the owner might be held liable for injuries that result. The same goes for accidents that happen at waterparks, on elevators and even at someone’s house. But what if you get hurt due to a dangerous condition on […]
Five Common Examples of Truck Driver Negligence
Commercial trucking is a vital part of the American economy. Tractor-trailers move everything from food to furniture to oil and gas, covering millions of miles every year. The average person expects truck drivers to be alert, skilled and safe, but that is not always the case. Truck driver negligence is one of the biggest causes […]
