Accidents can happen in the blink of an eye. One second, a person is driving home from work; the next, they are on the side of the road exchanging contact information with other drivers, talking to police and taking photos of the damage. However, when the crash is...
Personal Injury
Recovering from car crash burn injuries
California car accident injuries can range from bruises and scrapes to those that have life-altering consequences. If your crash involved multiple cars or a big rig, you might suffer from burns that affect your day-to-day life for the foreseeable future. We often...
How can I improve my safety while driving?
Looking back at a car accident that’s already happened can make it seem like hindsight is 20/20. Instead of being in a position where you’re analyzing how an accident unfolded, you can try to prevent one based on the mistakes of other drivers and common causes of car...
What should I do after a hit-and-run?
One of the most frustrating accidents to be in is a hit-and-run. While any type of car accident can be upsetting, getting out of your car and watching a hit-and-run culprit drive away is a different experience entirely. You must understand what to do in the aftermath...
Coping with the sudden loss of a loved one from a car accident
The loss of a family member or close friend is never easy to deal with. However, when the death of a loved one occurs suddenly due to a car accident, you must face a wave of difficult emotions that crashes on you all at once. Compared to when a loved one's death is...
The fatal impact of distracted driving
Many people may not think twice about looking at their cellphones as they drive. However, distracted driving can have severe consequences. Distracted driving is not just looking at a cellphone. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, people...
Severe whiplash due to impact collisions
When Californian drivers get into crashes, it may seem like everything is fine. But even in these situations, you should approach every crash as a serious matter. This is because there is always a risk of hidden injuries. These injuries do not make themselves known...
Can I sue the city if I drive into a sinkhole?
Taking Legal Action After an Injury California owes a duty of care to maintain safe public roadways for its residents. City, county and state officials have the responsibility of repairing any defects, potholes or sinkholes that may compromise the safety of the Golden...
What complications can stem from a traumatic brain injury?
If you experience any type of serious accident in southern California, there is a chance that you could suffer a traumatic brain injury. Once in the ER, doctors often have their hands full treating the various medical problems that can arise immediately following...
Know the California rules for teen drivers
California has specific regulations for teens to follow when they have a learner's permit or driver's license. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, U.S. drivers ages 16 to 19 have the highest accident rate among all age groups. Special...