Traffic Collisions are a Growing Concern for Pedestrians in Los Angeles
The Los Angeles, California area is one of the most dangerous cities for pedestrians. Over the past few years, this problem has only been worsening. Between 2012 and 2016, over 14,200 pedestrians were injured after being struck by motor vehicles and 439 died as a result. By 2015, the number of pedestrian deaths due…
How Do Car Accidents Compare to Motorcycle Accidents?
The Inherent Risk Associated with MotorcyclesRoad accident statistics and police reports countrywide are a scathing indictment on motorcycles. While motorcycles provide a fun and pleasurable option for travel, the risk associated with motorcycle travel is innately high. They are 28 times more likely to be involved in fatal accidents than cars, and their drivers…
Proving Negligence in a California Personal Injury Case
Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti announced a Vision Zero program in which he intended to reduce the number of traffic-related deaths in Los Angeles by 20%. Instead, the first year saw a 43% increase in the number of fatal accidents. This is because car accidents, in general, are on the rise in Los Angeles….
How Many Car Accidents Does the Average Person Get Into?
There is an average of six million car accidents annually in America. More than ninety people lose their lives to car accidents every day in America. According to vehicle insurance experts, the average American driver will be involved in four car accidents in the course of his or her lifetime. This means that drivers…
Real Examples of Nursing Home Neglect
Unfortunately, nursing home abuse and neglect occurs all the time. If you are in Los Angeles and have noticed certain signs in your loved one, you need an experienced Los Angeles injury lawyer on your side. Knowing real stories of nursing home neglect can help you to strengthen your case with a nursing home…
BIRTH INJURY CAUSED BY FAILURE TO PERFORM A TIMELY CAESAREAN
When a woman is pregnant with her child, she places great trust in her team of doctors and other healthcare professionals to make sure her baby is delivered in the safest manner possible. In many cases, this will involve a doctor performing a Caesarean section on the mother during childbirth. Commonly referred to as…
COPING WITH BEHAVIORAL PROBLEMS AFTER A TRAUMATIC BRAIN INJURY
Traumatic brain injury or TBI is one of the most serious injuries you can face after an accident. These injuries usually occur after a car accident or situation in which the victim receives a sharp blow to the head. If you have suffered this type of injury, you need the best brain injury attorney Los…
UBER AND LYFT SAFETY KIT
Safety on the roadway is something that everyone should be concerned with. As ridesharing commutes are becoming more commonplace in the great city of Los Angeles, drivers should be evaluating their safety policies. It’s important to not only meet the standards set by rideshare companies like Uber and Lyft but also to surpass those standards to…
THE IMPORTANCE OF PROPER TREATMENT FOR A ROAD RASH INJURY CAUSED BY A MOTORCYCLE ACCIDENT
ROAD RASH INJURIES ASSOCIATED WITH RIDING A MOTORCYCLEFor many individuals, motorcycles are a great passion. This is the case for many that live in the Los Angeles region. Southern California has the kind of weather that makes it the perfect playground for motorcycles. At the same time, riding a motorcycle is a risky proposition…
LIABILITY FOR CHILD PLAYGROUND INJURIES AND ACCIDENTS
Playground injuries can happen in city parks, private homes, schools, daycare centers or any other place where children often play. Most of the injuries are often caused by unsafe equipment or unsafe behavior during playtime. The good thing is that most playground accidents never lead to serious injuries. However, if your child is seriously…