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What Are Lost Earnings And How Do You Calculate Them?

March 4, 2015 by

Personal injury accident victims incur several different types of damages. Damages for current and future medical costs are easy to understand and damages for property loss is straightforward. Damages related to lost earnings; however, can be more complex. For this reason, I always take the time to explain the concept of lost earnings to new personal injury clients. The calculation of lost earnings takes many things into account - how much work time has been missed … [Read more...]

Long Beach Truck Accidents: What Are The Common Causes?

February 25, 2015 by

We depend on tractor-trailers and large trucks to transport goods throughout the state. The trucking industry provides jobs for millions of people and is necessary in delivering goods to consumers across the country. Given the number of trucks on Southern California streets and freeways, it is not surprising that there are a large number of truck accidents each year. According to the U. S. Department of Transportation, 104,000 people were injured in large truck accidents during 2012 … [Read more...]

What Is A “Wrongful Death” Claim?

February 24, 2015 by

Wrongful death claims are a different kind of personal injury lawsuit. Personal injury cases normally seek to recover damages for the victim of an accident. A wrongful death lawsuit seeks compensation for the victim's survivors. Survivors can seek compensation for emotional losses such as loss of love and companionship, and loss of consortium. They can also recover monetary costs like medical bills incurred by the deceased, funeral expenses and the loss of the deceased person's wages. In some … [Read more...]

How Are Truck Accident Cases Different From Other Motor Vehicle Cases?

February 19, 2015 by

Contrary to what most people think, not all motor vehicle accident cases are the same. Truck accident cases, for example, are very different than car accident cases. The main difference stems from the fact that trucks, truck drivers and the trucking industry are more highly regulated than other vehicles and drivers. In addition, there are generally more defendants, the injuries are more severe, and evidence gathering is far more extensive in a truck accident case than … [Read more...]

How Do You Treat Spinal Cord Injuries?

February 18, 2015 by

Spinal cord injuries cause permanent, life-altering changes for an accident victim and his or her family. Spinal cord injuries are the result of damage to the spinal cord itself or to the vertebrae, ligaments or disks of the spinal column. Most of the spinal cord injuries I see are the result of a traumatic blow to the spine that crushes, dislocates, compresses or fractures one or more of the vertebrae. It can also result from an object penetrating the spinal column and cutting the … [Read more...]

How Social Networking Effects Your Case

February 11, 2015 by

Today our world is connected through social media 24/7. Some people post everything about their lives on social media and eagerly consume the constant updates of family and friends. Many also use social media as a tool to help further their careers. We reach out to members of our network for ideas, suggestions and job opportunities. Social networking has become a central part of our lives both at work and at home. Networking through social media is a wonderful tool that … [Read more...]

Definitions of Legal Terms Used In Personal Injury Cases

February 4, 2015 by

For many individuals being the victim of a personal injury accident is the first time they have ever needed to hire an attorney. It comes at a time when they are suffering physically, emotionally, and sometimes financially as a result of injuries sustained through no fault of their own. Under these circumstances the experience can be stressful, and a bit overwhelming. To add to that, it is the first time they are hearing the legal terms commonly used in personal injury cases. … [Read more...]