How Can Traffic Citations Impact a Personal Injury Claim?
Not everything goes as planned, especially personal injury lawsuits. There are over 400,000 claims that get filed across the U.S. each year, and most of them are in response to motor vehicle accidents. As the survivor of a car crash, you deserve to hold negligent parties accountable. But if you were given a citation…
Traffic Accident Ensues After Armored Truck Spills Cash
Last Friday at 9:15 a.m., an armored truck was involved in a minor traffic accident on Interstate 5, causing major delays. Upon impact the doors flew open, unloading several bags of cash onto the paved roads. Drivers went into a frenzy as thousands of bills spread on the San Diego highway, as most would…
Ways to Prevent Burn Injuries During the Holidays
he winter holiday season is approaching, and families are preparing to rejoin with their loved ones and friends. With festivities comes more cooking – but it increases the chance of fire and burn injuries. Our fire injury attorney would advise you to follow these three tips to avoid burns or scalds. Keep The Kitchen…
Astroworld Festival Leaves 8 Dead and Others Injured
Last Friday the sold-out Astroworld Festival made headlines for its sudden and dangerous turn of events. Over 50,000 fans in the Houston stadium complex were pushing toward the stage in anticipation of rapper Travis Scott. In the process, at least eight people suffered from fatal heart attacks from a possible narcotics overdose. Others passed…
Road Tips: Sharing the Road with Semi-Truck Drivers
Who doesn’t feel a little anxious when sharing the highway with a semi-truck? Unlike passenger vehicles, driving next to an 18-wheeler that is substantially bigger poses more risks should an accident occur. In the U.S. over 250,000 collisions happen between truck drivers and motorists each year. Most of these accidents are spurred by negligence…
5 Types of Birth Injuries Caused by Doctor Negligence
Did you know over 30% of childbirths have been impacted by preventable birth injuries? The Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) finds it’s important for expecting mothers to go in knowing all the risks and potential challenges they can face. Understanding what can go wrong will prompt you to alert doctors instead of…
Can I File a Product Liability Claim for Misleading Food Labels?
When you get severely sick, the furthest thing from your mind is whether the product’s label was to blame. Food labels help consumers make decisions about what they intend to eat or drink. It should detail information about ingredients, allergens, and how to handle or store the product to ensure it remains safe before…
Why Brain Injuries Are the Most Common After a Fire or Electrical Shock
Burns are one of the most painful injuries one can endure. Studies show that 10% of over 450,000 emergency room visits are victims who need long-term care for burn damage. Although most victims have a high survival rate, many fail to realize the impact it can leave on their brain and its cognitive abilities….
The Dangers of Boating Under the Influence
Boating, swimming, surfing, and jet skiing are favored and popular pastimes in California. But unfortunately, negligent behavior can turn into a tragic situation. That was the case for five passengers, including 19-year-old Mallory Beach, who died in a drunk boating accident in South Carolina two years ago. Paul Murdaugh, the son of South Carolina…
Driver Who Killed Jets Assistant Coach Greg Knapp Won’t Face Charges
Greg Knapp died five days after a fatal bike accident that left him in critical condition this summer. A driver struck the 58-year-old assistant coach in Danville, California, mid-day on July 22. Knapp was beloved and survived by his wife and three daughters. The at-fault driver will not face criminal charges due to a…