While anyone can slip and fall at any time, the risk is often greater for older adults. The Los Angeles Times reported the results of a recent study by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) that indicate the risk of fatal falls for seniors is only increasing. If you are a senior or have an older loved one ... Read More
How do most motorcycle accidents occur in Los Angeles?
If you ride, the Los Angeles area is a great place to do it. The beautiful weather and gorgeous scenery make getting out on your bike extremely inviting any time of the year. In fact, every year, more and more motorcyclists take to our roadways, which also means that the frequency of motorcycle accidents is increasing. In this article, we ... Read More
Runaway tire causes serious crash in Irvine
Recently, a 26-year-old former news anchor and journalist was hit by a runaway tire on the I-10 in Irvine, and he was seriously injured in the process. The young man’s parents shared their gut-wrenching story with a local news channel and questioned why the accident happened in the first place. The fact is that crashes on our highways and roadways ... Read More
Bullying caused severe brain injury to Los Angeles student
A Los Angeles school district is being sued after a 12-year-old middle school student allegedly sustained permanent brain and spinal injuries in an assault perpetrated by another student last year. In her lawsuit, the victim’s mother alleges that her son was brutally assaulted and strangled at school by another student (a 14-year-old boy). In a television interview, the mother alleges ... Read More
Can you recover compensation for earthquake-related injuries?
The recent earthquakes in California serve as a reminder to everyone in the area that the “Big One” may be around the corner. Earthquakes can cause serious injuries as a result of falling objects, collapsing buildings, flying glass, and road damage. In fact, earthquakes do not need to be particularly severe in order to result in serious injuries—the recent 7.1 ... Read More
Wrong-way crashes keep happening in Orange County
There are few more terrifying moments for a driver than traveling down a divided freeway and seeing the headlights of another vehicle coming directly at you. Unfortunately, wrong-way crashes are increasing in regularity here in Orange County, often with tragic results. Reports indicate that in June, a 53-year-old woman started driving south in the northbound lanes of the I-5 at ... Read More
New study reveals the worst days for commuting in Los Angeles
When someone asks an Angeleno what days are the worst for traffic, their first response will probably be, “every day.” While this may seem like the truth, new data released shows that there are actually better and worse days for driving here in Los Angeles. This study indicates the slowest and fastest days and times to get to-and-from two specific ... Read More