Traumatic brain injuries, also known as TBIs, are brain injuries that are caused by physical force. Car accidents, slip and falls, and other types of accidents can lead to traumatic brain injuries. If someone else's actions caused your traumatic brain injury, you could have the right to pursue a claim for your damages. Understandably, prospective clients want to know, What…
Have you experienced the death of someone you love in an accident? If that accident was caused by another person’s negligence, you may feel anger at the senselessness of your loved one’s death. You may also wonder how to seek justice. In the United States, our legal system is divided into two parts: criminal and civil. Either or both of…
California’s busy streets have crosswalks lined with palm trees, intersections framed by taco trucks and Teslas, and morning joggers sharing the road with commuters in a rush. In a state where sunshine and speed often mix, California leads the nation in pedestrian car accident injuries. From Los Angeles freeways to San Francisco’s steep streets, vehicles strike thousands of pedestrians every…
Key Takeaways Experience matters most — Be sure the lawyer you choose has a strong track record of handling personal injury cases similar to yours and offers a free initial consultation. Understand fees and resources — Pick a lawyer who works on a contingency basis (you pay only if you win) and has the staffing and financial resources to take…
Key Takeaways Collision categories matter — Identifying whether the crash was rear-end, side impact (T-bone), rollover, head-on or with a fixed object/pedestrian helps clarify how the accident is classified. Fault depends on impact type — For example, in rear-end crashes the following driver is often liable for not maintaining a safe braking distance. Legal support is important — Knowing which…
