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Frequently Asked Questions About Hiring a Personal Injury Lawyer
An injury caused by another’s negligence may entitle you to compensation for your losses and medical expenses. However, it may be difficult to recover the damages you deserve if an insurance company or the at-fault party does not cooperate. While an experienced personal injury lawyer in Sacramento can help ensure your claim is treated fairly, […]
What Everyone Needs to Know About Electric Shock Drowning
In 2016, Silicon Valley executive Jim Tramel and his family were spending spring break at their vacation home in Palm Springs, California. Several family members came over to visit and enjoy the swimming pool on Easter afternoon. Jim noticed his 9-year-old daughter abruptly stop moving in the water and sink to the bottom of the […]
Elements of a Premises Liability Claim
Property owners are legally obligated to provide a hazard-free environment that ensures the safety of those on their property. They can be liable for an injury caused by a dangerous condition located at their home, place of business, other types of buildings or parcels of land. If you suffered an injury due to a negligent […]
Proving Negligence in a Personal Injury claim
If you have been injured because of another’s negligence, you may have legal options to pursue compensation. However, you must prove the other party was, in fact, negligent and at fault for causing your injuries. Proving negligence in a personal injury claim can be difficult and requires enough evidence to construct a viable claim. An […]
When to Hire a Personal Injury Lawyer
Dealing with damage from a serious accident can be both confusing and overwhelming. Insurance companies may be difficult to handle and may not have your best interest in mind. Hiring a personal injury attorney allows you to focus on recovering from injuries with the assurance that your lawyer is looking out for you. A competent […]
Child Concussions Treated at California Hospitals Increase 73 Percent
According to California’s Office of Statewide Health Planning and Development, the number of children between ages nine and 13 receiving treatment for sports concussions in the state went up 73 percent from 2005 to 2015. There were 6,139 reported cases in 2015 alone. Many leading physicians consider the increase to be a positive trend, indicating […]
43-Year-Old Man Dies After Dog Attack in Stockton
A 43-year-old man from Stockton, Calif. succumbed to his injuries after being attacked by a pit bull over the weekend. According to neighbors, two men were exchanging words outside when one of the homeowner’s pit bulls became violent. Police initially received a phone call for the verbal altercation, and then a second call when the […]
Traumatic Brain Injury is More Widespread Than You Think
Discussions of traumatic brain injury (TBI) often address sports associated with repeated concussions now known to deteriorate the brains of players over time. However, sports involving tackle impact, such as football and hockey, are not the only activities that can cause TBI. Millions of people suffer from TBI, including individuals who are not athletes. TBI […]
Victims Family Says Deadly Pedestrian Accident Could Have Been Prevented
A 74-year-old woman died from injuries sustained in a pedestrian accident after she was struck by a car at the intersection of Fruitridge Road and Lawrence Drive in Sacramento in December of last year. The woman, a beloved grandmother and great-grandmother, had the right-of-way and proper signal to walk when she began crossing the street. […]
Bicycle Accident Injuries and Deaths Increasing
Bicycle accident injuries are steadily increasing across the nation. Often, negligent drivers and poor road design contribute to injuries and even death. The Numbers in California are GrimAccording to a report issued by the Governors Highway Safety Association (GHSA), the number of bicyclists deaths in the U.S. rose by 16 percent between 2010 and 2012. […]
The Future of Wearable Technology in the Courtrooms
New technologies always require different sectors of society to evolve in new ways. This is particularly true in the legal field where new technologies such as smartwatches and Fitbit bands may be at the center of criminal and civil litigation in the near future. In what is surely the first lawsuit of its kind, an […]
New Drug May Help Victims Of Traumatic Brain Injuries
The University of Cincinnati is spearheading a national clinical trial to identify whether a medicine called Tranexamic Acid (TXA) can improve the conditions of individuals with severe and life-threatening Traumatic Brain Injuries (TB). Researchers are hopeful that the new drug, which is currently used to stabilize bleeding in victims with conditions ranging from aneurysms and […]