Los Angeles County is home to at least 5.8 million registered motor vehicles. These vehicles cover over 92 million miles annually in Los Angeles alone. With so many vehicles driving so many miles, there are bound to be accidents. When you find yourself in the middle of one, it may be the beginning of a long chapter in your life, ... Read More
Long Beach sees serious truck-on-truck and motorcycle-on-motorcycle crashes
In previous articles, we have focused on how the size discrepancy between vehicles can increase the risk of injuries in a crash. For example, a semi-truck can cause severe damage to a passenger car, while—in turn—a passenger car can cause serious injuries to motorcyclists. However, serious and even fatal injuries can all occur in collisions between the same types of ... Read More
A deadly motorcycle crash in San Bernardino County
Everyone who rides a motorcycle needs to understand the risk of accidents and injuries. When you crash, you have very little to protect you, and your body is vulnerable to physical trauma. Motorcycles have no restraint systems, which often means that a collision will throw the cyclist off of the bike and onto the pavement. A recent tragic crash here ... Read More
Here are the answers to your personal injury questions
If you have recently been injured in an accident caused by another person, you're not alone: the CDC reports that accidental injuries are responsible for nearly 40 million doctor's visits each and every year. As a victim, there's a good chance that you have a number of questions about the personal injury process. In the material below, we've answered a ... Read More
How do most Los Angeles truck accidents occur?
Commercial trucks are essential to stock the shelves at your favorite stores, deliver vehicles to dealerships, ensure the gas pumps are filled, and so much more. People in Los Angeles rely on the commercial trucking industry more than we might ever realize. Semi-trucks and other tractor-trailers are regularly on our city’s roads and freeways. However—given their size and weight—commercial trucks ... Read More
Truck crash causes life-threatening injuries in San Bernardino County
In the early morning hours of December 3, 2019, there was a devastating crash scene in San Bernardino County near Victorville. While authorities are still investigating the cause of the crash, early reports indicate that a small sedan collided with a large semi-truck. The sedan sustained extensive damage and the occupants were also seriously injured. Firefighters worked to free at ... Read More
Here are the new 2020 California laws that drivers should know about
It’s a new year, which means several new laws passed in 2019 are now in effect. California’s legislators recently passed a number of laws aimed at better outlining the rules of the road, defining how law enforcement officers can act in certain situations, and preventing distracted driving. Here's what you need to know about these new laws and how they ... Read More
Understanding reasonable accommodation laws here in California
Employers in California are legally required to provide disabled employees with reasonable accommodations. Applicable disabilities can include both physical and mental disabilities as outlined under the California Fair Employment and Housing Act. A qualified employee who does not receive a reasonable accommodation and is denied their lawful rights may be eligible to pursue compensation. If you or someone you love ... Read More
Drunk driver hits a young pedestrian in Glendale
When a motor vehicle strikes a pedestrian, the results can be devastating. Such was the case in August of this year when a Glendale driver with a blood alcohol concentration of almost four times the legal limit struck and critically injured a 13-year old boy in a Glendale Park crosswalk. The suspect was subsequently arrested by police for felony drunk ... Read More
Police seek witnesses to Glendale traffic accident
Traffic accidents can result in serious injuries or fatalities. When a motor vehicle accident occurs, it can sometimes be difficult for investigators to determine how the accident occurred and who was at fault. Such was the case in October of this year when a fatal traffic accident occurred near the intersection of Verdugo and Windsor Road here in Glendale, California. ... Read More