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Long Beach Distracted Driving Accident Lawyer

April 29, 2015 by

It's no surprise to anyone that there are more distracted drivers on the road today than there were even five years ago. With that increase has come an uptick in traffic collisions involving inattentive motorists. If you were hurt in such a wreck, contact Long Beach distracted driving accident lawyer Michael D. Waks.  Michael Waks has more than three decades of experience in personal injury law and a track record of success in motor-vehicle accident cases. For a free consultation, dial (888) … [Read more...]

Slips, Trips, and Falls in California: Nothing to Laugh About [Infographic]

April 28, 2015 by

Falls account for over 8 million emergency room visits each year while slips and trips account for over 1 million emergency room visits each year. We’ve put together this helpful Slips, Trips, and Falls infographic to give you an at-a-glance look at important statistics and data on  slips, trips, and falls, along with helpful tips on what you should do if you or a loved one is injured in a slip, trip, and fall accident in California. … [Read more...]

What Type of Attorney is Right For A Spinal Cord Injury Case?

April 23, 2015 by

Auto accidents and motorcycle accidents are the leading causes of spinal cord injuries. According to the Mayo Clinic, car and motorcycle accidents account for over 35% of new spinal cord injuries each year. Many personal injury lawyers handle automobile and motorcycle accident cases, but not all personal injury attorneys have experience with spinal cord injuries. When it comes to handling personal injury cases, knowledge and experience count in getting the full compensation … [Read more...]

What Is Comparative Negligence And How Does It Apply To Motorcycle Accidents?

April 22, 2015 by

Motorcycle accidents often result in serious injuries or wrongful death, and significant damages. For that reason, the insurance company representing the at-fault driver in a motorcycle accident case will almost always claim there was comparative negligence, and that the motorcyclist was at least partially to blame for his or her own injuries or death. What is Comparative Negligence? Comparative negligence is a legal theory used in personal injury cases. The theory is that … [Read more...]

How Will A Car Accident Effect My Insurance Rates?

April 21, 2015 by

One of the most common concerns drivers have after an accident is that their insurance rates will go up. Many of my car accident clients worry if they file any claim with their insurance company, it will lead to a higher premium. That is not always the case. Who was at-fault for the car accident, along with the policyholder's previous driving history, will determine whether or not insurance rates will rise. Insurance companies set rates for their policyholders annually, … [Read more...]

Free Report: Are Uber and Lyft Drivers Properly Insured?

April 20, 2015 by

If you have not heard of the mobile-app-based “transportation network companies” (TNCs) known as Uber and Lyft, you are certainly in the minority. These networks have become increasingly popular and now operate in 120 cities and 37 countries. If you need a ride, you can use a TNC app on your smartphone to “order” an independent driver nearby to transport you to your destination. The apps make it easy to get a ride, but if your ridesharing driver doesn’t have a commercial license or insurance … [Read more...]

Can I Make a Third Party Claim If I Am Receiving Workers’ Compensation?

April 16, 2015 by

While performing the functions of their job, employees are often injured. When that happens, no matter who was at fault for the accident, the employee will normally qualify for workers' compensation benefits. California's Workers’ Compensation laws exist to help employees injured on the job, by paying hospital and medical costs incurred in the diagnosis and treatment of work related injuries. If the injured employee is unable to work, workers' compensation will also make disability … [Read more...]

What Can I Do To Avoid Motorcycle Accidents?

April 15, 2015 by

There is nothing any of us can do to guarantee we won't be in an accident one day. The best we can do is to be aware of the situations that most commonly cause accidents so we can reduce the risk of being in one. That is more important for motorcycles than other motor vehicles, since motorcycles are smaller and have less protection for riders than other vehicles. In most cases, simply knowing how to protect yourself from other drivers can help you avoid a motorcycle accident. Tips on How … [Read more...]

Why is An Independent Eyewitness Of A Car Accident Important?

April 14, 2015 by

Car accident scenes can be chaotic. Even though you think you will know what to do, when you have an accident your mind often goes blank. Emotion and fear takes over and obtaining information needed to insure you receive compensation from the negligent driver's insurance company, is sometimes overlooked. In addition to exchanging license and insurance information with the other driver, it is important to identify anyone who witnessed the accident. Getting his or her name and … [Read more...]