Blog Category - Faq

Jun

How Does Alcohol Affect a Motorist?

Drinking and driving is never the right choice. Yet drunk driving crash statistics consistently show that thousands of Americans make this mistake every single year. Some of the issue lies in the fact that too many people think that they are a skilled enough driver or a “st...

Jun

Can You Sue If Someone Gives You COVID-19?

The coronavirus is dangerous in all cases. COVID-19 either causes someone severe symptoms that require hospitalization, or it makes someone a carrier who can spread the virus to someone else who might suffer worse symptoms than that carrier. Social distancing, proper mask use, an...

Jun

California's Time Limit on Personal Injury Claims

When you are injured by someone else's negligence in California, you only have a certain amount of time to file a personal injury claim against them. In fact, California’s personal injury statute of limitations is only two years, beginning on the date of the injury. I...

Jun

Be Safe On 4th of July: Fireworks & BBQ Tips Everyone Needs to Know

Independence Day, or the Fourth of July, might just be the most popular national holiday in the United States. It makes sense, too, as everyone seems to love barbecues and fireworks. In order to keep the celebrations family friendly and safe, though, preparations and plans need t...

Jun

Is PTSD Directly Caused by Brain Injuries?

A traumatic brain injury (TBI) is caused by a violent act or severe physical trauma, like oxygen deprivation for an extended period of time. The consequences of a TBI can vary dramatically, such as memory loss, total loss of motor control, uncontrolled mood swings, and chronic he...

Jun

Parties That Can File a Wrongful Death Lawsuit in California

When someone passes away due to the negligence of a separate party, it can allow the filing of a wrongful death claim under California law. While you may want to act fast and file a wrongful death claim when you lose a loved one in an accident, like a car crash or truck accident...

Jun

Following a Car Accident, Take These Steps

As soon as the dust settles after an accident, parties will already be trying to figure out who is to blame and who could be held liable in any resulting personal injury claims. You should also be aware of how liability is assigned in car accidents. In particular, you have to pay...

Jun

How Do Personal Injury Claims View & Compare Negligence & Recklessness?

When someone files a personal injury claim against a third party that has caused them harm, they will often label the defendant as someone who acted with negligence or recklessness. While the terms do seem and often are interchangeable, they actually have different definitions in...

Jun

What Do I Need to Prove in My Medical Malpractice Claim to Win?

According to Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) data - and the stories you may have already heard from friends, family members, and coworkers – medical malpractice is a leading cause of serious injury and wrongful death in America. Doctors, nurses, physi...

Jun

Holiday Fire Hazards: Defective Lights, Decorations & More

The holiday season for most people means turning their household into glowing, festive places of merriment with the help of lights and decorations. Unfortunately, for firefighters and emergency responders, it is also the season of increased calls due to house and apartment fires...

Jun

Should I Try to Settle My Car Accident Claim Out of Court?

No one wants to sit around and wonder if they will get fair compensation from the liable party after being in a car accident. In some situations, medical bills can start piling up quickly. Life may become increasingly difficult if the plaintiff's vehicle was destroyed in th...

Jun

How Many Damages Can You Claim in a Birth Injury Lawsuit?

A child born with a birth injury will very likely require extensive medical care immediately after birth, as well as rehabilitation for years or the rest of their life. It is not uncommon for parents to fall into significant debt while trying to pay for all of the necessary treat...