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What Is Aggravated DUI in California? [Infographic]

July 8, 2015 by

According to MADD, every two minutes someone is injured by a drunk driver. In 2013, 10,076 people died and 290,000 more were injured by someone driving under the influence of alcohol. Driving under the influence is illegal, but the consequences for DUI are more severe if someone is injured or killed in a DUI related crash. This infographic highlights aggravated DUI factors that increase DUI penalties in California. If you or a loved one is injured or killed by a drunk driver, a … [Read more...]

Can You Sue After Accepting an Insurance Settlement?

July 7, 2015 by

When you are involved in an accident, you may have a damage claim and be entitled to compensation. Auto insurers usually pay for property and injury damages caused by their policyholders. If someone else was responsible for your collision, his or her insurer will be liable for paying you.  You can obtain money through a judgment in a civil lawsuit, but many cases settle outside of court. When you negotiate a settlement, you typically come to an agreement with an insurer on how much … [Read more...]

What Makes a Slip and Fall Accident a Personal Injury Case in California?

July 6, 2015 by

What Makes Slip and Fall Accident a Personal Injury Case in California? by Michael Waks Slip and fall accidents involves a person slipping, tripping or falling due to the negligence of the property owner. If a property owner is negligent and someone is injured, the injured party can seek reimbursement for damages from the property owner. Learn more about slip and fall accidents in this presentation. … [Read more...]

Understanding Your Rights After Restaurant and Store Accidents

July 2, 2015 by

Restaurant and store owners invite the public to their premises. When customers come in, store and restaurant owners have an obligation to them. Premises liability laws determine the obligation the owners of the business have to customers.  When a store or restaurant owner fails to maintain the premises in a safe way, customers can suffer a slip and fall or other injury. If the fall injury is linked to negligence, civil lawsuits may arise from restaurant and store accidents. Business Owner … [Read more...]

Governmental Entity Cases: Can You Sue A County, City Or State For Negligence?

July 1, 2015 by

Governmental Entity cases are unique and complex.  State and federal laws permit someone to sue governmental entities for injuries caused by the entity's negligence, but doing so is difficult.  I would not recommend that someone try to sue a governmental entity without the help of a personal injury attorney who is experienced in these types of cases. How is Filing a Personal Injury Lawsuit Against a Governmental Entity Different than Filing Against an Individual? Suing a county, city or state is … [Read more...]

Can an Injured Person Sue for Healthcare Expenses in an Automobile Accident Lawsuit?

June 30, 2015 by

Each year motor vehicle collisions cause billions of dollars in economic losses. In 2014, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reported the actual economic costs of crashes were $871 billion over the course of the year. Medical and rehabilitation costs were primary drivers of those expenditures. Car accident victims need medical treatment to get better. An injured accident victim can sue for reimbursement of healthcare expenses in an automobile accident lawsuit. In the meantime, … [Read more...]

The Impact of Truck Driver Responsibilities on Long Beach Truck Accident Claims

June 25, 2015 by

Commercial drivers who operate trucks or who transport passengers are subject to strict state and federal rules.  The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration imposes requirements on truck drivers who work as part of interstate commerce.  Truckers are expected to have a commercial license and to follow all regulations designed to reduce the chance of accidents happening. Truck Driver Responsibilities to Avoid Long Beach Truck Accidents A truck driver's primary … [Read more...]

What If I’m In An Auto Accident And I Don’t Have Insurance?

June 24, 2015 by

Similar to most states, California is an at-fault car insurance state. That means the driver deemed to be at least 50.1% to blame for an auto accident is considered to be at-fault. California law requires drivers to have liability insurance. When there is an auto accident, the liability insurance of the at-fault driver is used to cover personal injuries and property damage incurred by other drivers and passengers. Although all drivers are required to carry insurance, … [Read more...]

How Much is Awarded in Spinal Injury Cases?

June 18, 2015 by

Spinal cord damage is a common result of falls, motor vehicle accidents, and other types of accidents. A spinal cord injury may be a complete or incomplete injury. Damage to the spine is often permanent, but in some cases an injury victim suffers only swelling or temporary damage and is able to make a full recovery. Because there are many different levels of severity when it comes to spinal cord injuries, each individual victim of an injury will have different levels of loss. When injury … [Read more...]