I Was Just in a Car Accident. Do I Have a Concussion?

Car accidents can lead to various serious injuries. Some injuries may be more visible than others. While it is easier to determine a broken leg or identify an open wound, other injuries are not so obvious. Head injuries often fall into this hard-to-determine category. Concussions can be a significant injury which requires medical attention, yet we may not always know we have a concussion. This article will focus on helping you better understand the signs and symptoms of a concussion. If you think you are experiencing any of these symptoms following a car accident, you strongly consider seeking medical help. WHAT IS A CONCUSSION? A concussion [...]

By |2022-07-28T10:14:41-07:00July 28th, 2022|Car Accidents|Comments Off on I Was Just in a Car Accident. Do I Have a Concussion?

I Was Injured in a Car Accident While Working. What Are My Options?

You may find yourself in a position where you have been injured in an accident while working. There are many types of injuries and remedies that a victim may face in this situation. It is important to know that you can and should always speak with an experienced car accident attorney to know your rights. Below, we will discuss what to do if you are injured while working by someone that is not employed by your same employer.   We are focusing on workers' compensation and personal injury third party claims. Options?  Do I Have Any? There is no straightforward response for every work-related accident injury. Generally, [...]

By |2022-07-25T15:36:39-07:00June 29th, 2022|Car Accidents|Comments Off on I Was Injured in a Car Accident While Working. What Are My Options?

Should I Post About My Auto Accident on Social Media?

Car accidents can be scary, stressful, and even traumatic events. With the proliferation of social media, it can feel natural to immediately pull out your phone to update your friends and family across all social media networks – whether it’s a post on Facebook, a story on Instagram, or a video on TikTok. After all, we’ve been conditioned and encouraged to share all aspects of our lives on social media: from graduations and births to what we ate for dinner last night. A major event like a car accident should be no different, right? The short answer is no: avoid posting anything to social media regarding [...]

By |2022-05-20T16:51:10-07:00May 20th, 2022|Car Accidents|Comments Off on Should I Post About My Auto Accident on Social Media?

Dos and Don’ts Following a Motor Vehicle Accident

If you are seriously injured in a motor vehicle accident, the insurance company involved in your personal injury case may scrutinize your every move. That is why it is important to know what to do to prevent the insurance company to use your actions to minimize your claim. As soon as you are able, seek the guidance of an experienced personal injury attorney. To say insurance investigators use questionable tactics to reduce your claim is an understatement. They have been known to visit a victim in his or her hospital room to attempt to coax a statement or even offer a minimal settlement before the patient [...]

By |2019-03-19T23:39:45-07:00March 19th, 2019|Car Accidents|Comments Off on Dos and Don’ts Following a Motor Vehicle Accident

The Present Danger of California Street Racing

On August 31, 2018 another tragedy unfolded on a California highway as a result of street racing.  Ariyana Luna 20, who was eight months pregnant with her first child, along with her fiancé Valentino Ramirez, died together in a crash on the 60 Freeway in Moreno Valley. Luna was expecting a baby boy due on Oct. 12. Also killed in the crash were Rafael Ramirez Espinoza, the driver and Polo Naja Perez, both 21. The lone survivor in the vehicle was a 19-year-old woman who was the only one wearing a seatbelt. According to an analysis by the Los Angeles Times derived from coroner’s records, at [...]

By |2018-09-25T20:07:16-07:00September 25th, 2018|Car Accidents|Comments Off on The Present Danger of California Street Racing

American Academy of Pediatrics Issues New Child Safety Seat Guidelines

In an updated policy statement, scheduled for publication in the November 2018 issue of Pediatrics, the American Academy of Pediatrics establishes new guidelines on car safety seats. The updated statement “Child Passenger Safety,” accompanied by a technical report, the AAP recommends that children remain in a rear facing child safety seat until they reach the maximum weight or height limits of the seat as recommended by the manufacturer.  This statement is contrary to the current AAP age criterion of two years for children to remain in rear-facing car seats. The original age recommendation was partly based on a study supported by biometric research that found lower [...]

By |2018-09-12T21:51:34-07:00September 12th, 2018|Car Accidents|Comments Off on American Academy of Pediatrics Issues New Child Safety Seat Guidelines

CDC: Employers and Parents Can Help Keep Young Drivers Safe

From 2011 to 2015, 470 workers in the 16 to 24 year old age group died in motor vehicle accidents while on the job. This accounts for approximately 26 percent of all work-related deaths in this age group according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).  This statistic could be lowered significantly if employers implemented policies and programs that follow federal and state laws regarding youthful drivers at work. At the same time and parents should teach safe driving behavior while calling the young drivers attention to hazardous driving expectations. While young drivers are still honing their skills and logging time behind the wheel, [...]

By |2021-05-31T01:25:28-07:00August 17th, 2018|Car Accidents|Comments Off on CDC: Employers and Parents Can Help Keep Young Drivers Safe

How Long is Too Long to See a Doctor After an Auto Accident?

California is a state with a high volume of motor vehicles driven by people in a rush. This transportation maelstrom spawns over 200,000 annual injuries from traffic accidents. A large number of those injured require immediate medical attention and are taken to the emergency room or go straight to their doctor immediately, after reporting the accident. Other California auto accident victims feel fine or just a little shaken and return home right away. Days later they begin to feel the painful effects of the crash. They become concerned that they may not be eligible to receive compensation from their insurance company because they procrastinated. How long [...]

By |2018-06-29T22:27:07-07:00June 29th, 2018|Car Accidents|Comments Off on How Long is Too Long to See a Doctor After an Auto Accident?

The Insurance Pitfalls of California Car Rental

The law requires drivers to carry liability insurance, but the rental car companies are not required to tell you. In 2015, Auto Rental News Reported that there were over 2 million rental cars in service across the nation, with California ranking among the top states for annual car rentals. With all of these rental vehicles on the road the chances of accidents occurring are high. Unlike privately owned motor vehicles, a great number of rental cars in California are being driven by uninsured drivers, even though state laws forbid it. Many rental car drivers in California are visitors and tourists from out of state and unfamiliar [...]

By |2018-05-24T11:41:58-07:00April 2nd, 2018|Car Accidents|Comments Off on The Insurance Pitfalls of California Car Rental

AAA Study: Drowsy Driving Accidents More Widespread Than Believed

A new study shows that drowsy drivers are responsible for roughly 1 out of 10 motor vehicle crashes. The results indicate that drowsy driving may be a great deal more prevalent than originally estimated. “Missing just two to three hours of sleep can more than quadruple your risk for a crash, which is the equivalent of driving drunk,” according to Jake Nelson, director of traffic safety advocacy and research at AAA. The Drowsy Driving Study AAA researchers arrived at their conclusion after monitoring the driving habits of over 3,500 drivers for several months. Employing dash cams and other equipment, the researchers tracked drivers around the U.S. [...]

By |2018-05-24T11:40:31-07:00March 19th, 2018|Car Accidents|Comments Off on AAA Study: Drowsy Driving Accidents More Widespread Than Believed

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