In our recent post about the most dangerous intersections in Oakland, we cited the alarming reality that, “[a]ccording to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), around 40% of all car accidents occur at intersections, accounting for both automobiles as well as bicycle and pedestrian accidents.” While California’s Vehicle Code, “CHAPTER 5 Pedestrians’ Rights and Duties 21950” […]
During your personal injury legal consultations, trial or settlement procedures, you will be exposed to certain “legalese.” These words and phrases are used regularly by personal injury attorneys and the courts, but can feel like a second language to clients without a legal background. While you always want to search for a lawyer who explains things to […]
Like priests, physicians, and therapists, attorneys take an oath to protect the confidentiality of our clients. This protection is professionally termed the “attorney-client privilege.” It’s essential to understand what attorney-client privilege is and when it begins before consulting or hiring an attorney. There are exceptions, and certain boundaries attorneys must uphold, so knowing these boundaries […]
7 Things To Look For In A Personal Injury Lawyer A simple Google search is proof that personal injury attorneys abound. So what is the secret to finding the lawyer who has your best interests at heart? The following tips will help increase your chances for a successful outcome. Ask your friends and family network […]
Personal injury lawsuits often depend on proving a single factor: negligence. In a personal injury lawsuit, negligence is determined based on whether or not an injury was the result of someone else failing to abide by their “duty of care.” This duty of care varies from situation to situation. In the case of an automobile accident, […]
The state of California allows a two-year “grace period” for auto accident victims to file their claims. The effects of whiplash associated disorders is one of the most compelling reasons why that window remains open for so long. Read How Much Time Do I Have After My Accident to File a Lawsuit, to learn more about that. […]
Long haul truckers are at risk for a range of personal injury accidents related to their job. At the same time, automobile drivers are also in danger of sustaining personal injuries as the result of a truck driver’s (or their employer’s) negligence. Even if you feel the accident was months ago, you may be surprised to learn that it may not […]
The dangers of being a bike courier in San Francisco shouldn’t prohibit anyone from pursuing a job full of freedom, physical exercise, and autonomy. That said, it is imperative that Bay Area bike couriers understand the risks associated with the job, as well as how to protect themselves. A Bike Courier In San Francisco Compromise […]
This isn’t a surprise when you consider the many functions taking place in a single intersection - changing lights, a combination of stopped, yielding, and accelerating traffic, as well as the crossing of pedestrians and the presence of cyclists who are beholden to traffic laws and are supposed to act as if they are cars, […]
Drivers have a responsibility to remain focused and obey all state and federal driving regulations. Of course, drivers are humans and all humans make mistakes. In the best of cases, a driving mistake results only in an elevated heart rate and a near miss. In other cases, mistakes while driving cause a car accident that […]
