What Happens If A Pedestrian Caused An Accident In California?
When you witness a car accident involving a pedestrian, it's quite easy to put the blame on the vehicle as they are what many people often call "death machines" on the road. It's always a common assumption—however, there are still a lot of times when
How Long After Car Accident Can You Claim Injury In California
It’s unfortunate that California consistently ranks among the states with the highest accident rates—nearly 200,000 automobile accidents result in injuries each year. Adding to this grim reality, more than 3,000 of these accidents result in fatalities annually, accounting for approximately 10% of all fatal motor vehicle
Being Sued for a Car Accident—What Can They Take?
When the unexpected happens—a screech, a crash, a moment of shock—the legal implications of a car accident are the last thing people think about. However, given the reality of modern driving, one must be well-equipped with knowledge of legal and financial responsibilities when the worst happens. In
Tips to Help Protect Against Elder Abuse
Each year, there are over two million elder abuse cases reported in America. These cases can happen when an elder lives at home alone or by at a home by an untrustworthy caregiver. Luckily, most institutions exist to provide the utmost care for your loved
The Dos and Don’ts of Dog Bite Safety
Dog bites are an unfortunate, yet common occurrence, especially to those who own dogs. In fact, a large majority of bite cases are from dogs that are familiar to the victim, such as a family pet or neighbor dog. In some instances, it can be
Bit by a Dog? What You Should do Immediately After
Unfortunately, not every dog you see is friendly. While many owners train their canines to be well-behaved around people, some dogs don't get that training and are hostile towards others. This often results in a dog attack. Annually, there are up to 4.5 million dog bite incidents
What to Do After a Car Accident: 6 Essential Steps to Take
Car accidents, truck accidents, and motorcycle accidents can all be frightening occurrences, especially if they involve an injury or death. Each year, over 37,000 people are killed by motor vehicle accidents on American roads and around 2.35 million are injured or disabled. If you've been in a car
What NOT to Do After a Motorcycle Accident
Every year, as many as 2.35 million Americans are injured or become disabled in motor vehicle accidents. Up to 50,000 of these accidents involved a motorcycle. Bad things happen to good people. Even the most responsible motorcyclists may find themselves involved in something as terrible as a car
What to Do If You Suspect Nursing Home Neglect
Leaving your elderly loved ones in a nursing home can be a tough, gut-wrenching decision. Maybe you’re too busy working a full-time job to care for them, or perhaps you believe that professional caregivers are more equipped to care for ailing seniors with complex medical
Tips To Help Your Child Avoid Dog Bites
As many as 4.5 million people are bitten by a dog in the U.S. every year. Unfortunately, many of those people are also children. Many children love dogs and so they approach the animal without a second thought. This can be dangerous because not every dog