Every once in a while we like to give you updates on some of the many accidents that have occurred around California. All involve potential mechanical, product, human error or negligence. All could have potentially been avoided. Some have happy endings. Others, unfortunately, do not. We hope this update serves as a reminder to all that safety should always be…
More than 100,000 injuries from construction accidents in the United States are recorded every year. The injuries from construction accidents usually affect victims' spines, backs, and trunks, which sometimes cause disability. More than 1,000 workers die from construction accidents; thus made the said industry one of the most dangerous among others. It was also reported that one in ten construction…
US Motor Vehicle Accident Rates ( 2005 - 2009 ) The picture shows motor vehicle accident rates correlating to accident death rates. It also shows the teens involvement in accidents, causes and nature of it. It also presented some safety precautions deemed to be very basic yet proven to save lives or at least saved a person from severe…
We, in the United States, are heavily dependant on the trucking industry to transport everything from eggs to building supplies to vehicles from one side of the country to the other. Estimates are that there are over 3.5 million commercial trucks on the nation’s highways. While the vast majority of those trucks arrive safely at their destination without incident, collisions…
Fatal accidents happen when various conditions are met, including: High speeds Trucks Drunk driving, especially when combined with high speeds and trucks Trains In many instances, high speeds and drunk driving may be considered to be the negligent behavior that causes heinous injuries and wrongful death in vehicle accidents. If a loved one died in a fatal accident, contact an…
A wrongful death is one of the more tragic causes of action that an attorney handles. A loved one in the prime of life, or even someone elderly who has died from nursing home abuse or any other negligent act has many emotional elements.
All drivers have a duty to exercise ordinary care in operating their auto. This also applies to the conditions under which the car is driven. Even though the speed limit may be 65 mph, you may not exercising ordinary care by driving 65 mph under extremely foggy conditions or when it is snowing or raining heavily.
Like you, we try to stay informed of the latest news with respect to California's roadways. Whether it is severe traffic congestion, construction-related traffic diversions or accidents and injury, you can rest assured that we will always keep you up to date on the latest goings on in the California area. The following details the latest happenings on the highways…
It is imperative for anyone planning to consume alcohol that a designated driver is arranged prior to beginning the evening's festivities. A designated driver can either be a trusted friend who is staying home for the evening or a taxi service. Bars and restaurants typically can provide either free taxi service or, at a minimum, a referral phone number for…
As a growing cause of personal injury and wrongful death actions, taser lawsuits have become increasingly popular across the U.S. Police often use tasers to stun and subdue unruly or uncooperative suspects. The devices transfer a powerful electric volt into the suspect causing him or her to immediately drop to the ground in an unconscious-like state. In some scenarios, the…