The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reported economic costs of $65,815 for a moderate crash injury to the lower extremity, including a broken leg. With a severe injury, the costs increase to $406,593. If you’re searching for the average settlement for a broken leg, the personal injury attorneys at Wells Call Injury Attorneys can help. Contact us today to get…
Car accidents happen daily. In 2024, there were 3,558 fatal auto accidents in California. If you were a witness to a car accident, you might wonder what you should do. The steps you take in the moments after a reckless driving accident could make a big difference in people’s lives. So today, we’ll discuss what to do if you witness…
Getting hurt at work does not always mean workers’ compensation is the only available source of recovery. California law generally limits an employee’s claim against an employer to the workers’ compensation system, but a separate personal injury lawsuit may be possible when someone outside that employment relationship contributed to the accident. That distinction matters on construction sites, where several companies…
Tell the truth. Don't guess. Be honest about what happened, but don't speculate about who was at fault before you know all the facts. Make Sure Everyone Is Okay First Before anything else: check on the other driver and any passengers. Call for medical help if anyone needs it. This matters more than any conversation about fault. Is Saying "I'm…
Seeing water beneath your feet after a fall may make liability seem obvious. Under California law, however, proving that a floor was wet is not enough. The harder question is usually whether the property owner acted unreasonably in allowing that condition to exist. A successful slip and fall on a wet floor in California requires evidence connecting the hazard, the…
