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August 2011

Latest on California’s Roadways: Auto Accident Lawyer
August 22, 2011

Latest on California’s Roadways:

With only a reasonable amount of caution and careful driving, many of the tragic and deadly accidents that occur around California's highways and interstates. California is experiencing an epidemic of distracted driving as drivers are so dependent upon their smart phones and electronic devices that they cannot withstand the thought of leaving not checking texts and emails while driving. This…
Christine Baker as Administrator vs. Workers’ Compensation Appeals Board and X.S. Personal Injury
August 12, 2011

Christine Baker as Administrator vs. Workers’ Compensation Appeals Board and X.S.

The California Supreme Court weighed in on a controversial and pivotal worker's compensation case this week- granting a victor for employers and insurers. The issue involved cost of living increases for worker's compensation claimants. Specifically, the high court grappled with interpretation of a 2002 law giving administrators some leeway in calculating cost of living increases for claimants. There are currently…
New Study Follows Workplace Injuries and Fatalities Personal Injury
August 12, 2011

New Study Follows Workplace Injuries and Fatalities

Safety in the workplace is one of the hallmarks of personal injury prevention. Not only does a safe work environment contribute to increased productivity but it lends itself to lower overall business costs as employers and corporations avoid the costly expenses associated with worker's compensation claims and personal injury litigation. A California-based organization recently released its findings with regard to…
California Judge Rules on Harley Davidson Products Liability Case Product Liability Lawyer
August 10, 2011

California Judge Rules on Harley Davidson Products Liability Case

Products liability cases emerge in situations in which a product is dangerously defective and injures or kills a consumer. The defect could be one of a faulty design or improper assembly by the manufacturer. In many states, products liability suits are filed under the legal doctrine of strict liability. Strict liability affords little or no defense to the manufacturer/corporate defendant.…
Bus Driver Loses Leg in Fatal Crash Auto Accident Lawyer
August 10, 2011

Bus Driver Loses Leg in Fatal Crash

Motor vehicle accidents often involve serious and life-threatening personal injuries. Many people having survived a vehicle accident report the experience as life-altering and a bittersweet reminder of the brevity of life. Unfortunately, one Southern California-area bus driver will face a constant reminder of his fate as his leg was severed following a multi-car pileup on Interstate 15 Wednesday afternoon. The…
Fiery Crash Leaves Three Dead Auto Accident Lawyer
August 9, 2011

Fiery Crash Leaves Three Dead

California Highway Patrol continues to investigate a multi-car pileup on Interstate 5 that left three people dead and seven others with serious injuries. The crash involved six vehicles and was allegedly caused by a speeding and negligent big rig operator. CHP believes that the truck was not paying attention and rammed into the back of multiple slowed or stopped vehicles-…
Breaking News: Probation Van Crashes, Killing 3 Passengers Blog | Wrongful Death Lawyercar accident lawyerPersonal Injury
August 3, 2011

Breaking News: Probation Van Crashes, Killing 3 Passengers

We are saddened by the loss of two teenagers and an adult motorist who were all killed after a tragic collision took place on Tuesday afternoon. The teenagers were passengers in a van used to transport juvenile probation offenders to and from various hearings and appointments. Around 12:30pm on Tuesday, the van collided with a motorist operating a pick-up truck.…
Another High Speed Chase Ends In Two Shootings car accident lawyerCase Of The Week
August 3, 2011

Another High Speed Chase Ends In Two Shootings

High-speed chases have pervaded the news lately as California Highway Patrol is seemingly always on the hunt for runaway motorists and those evading arrest. Over the past couple weeks, we have reported a number of high-speed chases- one claiming the life of a homeless man, another spanning three hours and hundreds of miles. We urge all motorists to avoid this…
Tragedy Begets Tragedy as Driver Dies After Suffering Medical Episode Auto Accident LawyerBlog | Wrongful Death LawyerPersonal InjuryTrucking Accident Lawyer
August 1, 2011

Tragedy Begets Tragedy as Driver Dies After Suffering Medical Episode

In some situations, no level of due care or concern for others can prevent injury or tragedy. All too often, drivers suffer from an inexplicable and sudden medical event that causes them to lose control of their vehicles and crash. Sometimes, a single-vehicle crash ensues while other other times the unconscious driver inadvertently swerves into other motorists, homes or businesses.…