Dog bites are serious. Even minor dog bites can lead to serious consequences due to the unique bacteria found in a dog’s saliva. In addition to doing serious physical damage, a dog bite puts you at risk for infection and can cause long-term psychological damage. In California, the dog’s owner is strictly liable for all […]
As the number of driverless car accidents in California continues to climb, questions about who is at fault and what the victim’s rights are are becoming more and more concerning. While driverless cars are a great concept in theory, the victims of accidents involving self-driving cars can feel especially enraged because it seems like there […]
Filing a personal injury case is a big first step, but there are many other considerations to keep in mind as you pursue your personal injury claim. This is especially true when it comes to identifying strong evidence that links the damages you are asking for to the accident or event in question. A personal […]
Personal injury lawsuits are always tailored to our client's experiences, damages, and needs, and they almost always involve suing for lost wages, lost earning capacity, or both. Lost wages and lost earning capacity are two very different damage elements, and without the right personal injury lawyer on your side, permanently disabled injury victims can lose […]
Wrongful death claims must meet specific criteria in order to move forward through the legal system. The legal system considers wrongful death claims to be very serious. However, unlike standard negligence claims, a person can only file a wrongful death claim in certain situations. Criteria Required To File A Wrongful Death Claim As an Oakland […]
Inclement weather plays a significant role in multiple types of accidents, from workplaces to roadways and freeways. However, drivers, pedestrians, and bicycle riders are most likely to be in an accident when inclement weather strikes. Beyond weather-related driving risks, inclement weather or weather-related road conditions can also play a significant role in determining liability or […]
Pedestrian accidents are some of the most devastating cases in the field of personal injury. Walkers, joggers, and hikers who are crossing streets or walking along the sidewalks or the roadside are exponentially more vulnerable than the cars, trucks, motorcycles, or even bicycles that strike them. Common misconceptions surrounding pedestrian accidents and personal injury claims […]
In a personal injury lawsuit, the victim files a claim against the person or entity that harmed them. In a wrongful death lawsuit, a member of the deceased person’s family, or the personal representative of, or successor-in-interest to, the deceased person’s estate must take the reins to file the claim and move forward with negotiations, […]
When you pursue a personal injury case, your lawyer will help you determine how to sue for damages and the losses you have experienced. Some of these losses are tangible, i.e., physically evident via medical or financial records. These types of damages are easier to prove using professional documentation and expert witnesses. Some may even […]
Detailed and accurate evidence is essential when pursuing a personal injury lawsuit after an accident. Ensuring your medical records support your injury claim following an accident is essential to getting a good settlement or verdict at trial. Obtaining Medical Records For Your Personal Injury Lawsuit Obtaining your medical records related to treatment you received after […]
