The skin is the largest organ of the body. It helps protect muscles, bones and organs. It prevents infection and limits UV damage from solar exposure. Significant damage to the skin can cause a host of issues, ranging from severe infections to disfiguring scars....
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Proving negligence during a wrongful death lawsuit
Wrongful death lawsuits are a potential path to justice for those who have lost a loved one. State law allows surviving family members to request compensation for their economic and non-economic losses after a tragedy. Successful litigation can lead to a business or...
Why does carrying kids make drivers more susceptible to crashes?
“Children onboard” proclaims the bumper sticker of the car you just had a crash with. Clearly, the driver believed it was other drivers that were the danger to themself and their children. Yet it may well be them, not you, who caused the wreck. Having children in the...
Do not follow another vehicle after an accident
Another driver runs a stop sign and strikes your vehicle. You get out of your car, expecting to exchange insurance information with the other driver, but they do not stay at the scene. They start to drive off, even though they were at fault in the accident. In this...
3 common injuries that can happen in an underride accident
An underride accident happens when a smaller vehicle slides beneath the trailer of a large commercial truck during a collision. The roof of the passenger vehicle can shear off or collapse, leaving occupants exposed to the serious injuries below. Traumatic brain...
Older vehicles can make crashes particularly serious for seniors
If you’ve got an older loved one who isn’t ready to stop driving yet, you likely worry about them being on the road. That’s a reasonable concern, even if they’re physically and mentally able to drive safely and know their limits – like maybe not driving after dark and...
Failing to wear motorcycle helmets may affect crash compensation
Wearing a helmet isn't just about personal protection for riders and their passengers in California. It is necessary to fully comply with traffic statutes. Riders should always wear a helmet to protect themselves and to avoid a citation. Obviously, whether or not a...
Seeking justice when a stay-at-home parent dies
The law allows those harmed by others to file lawsuits seeking financial compensation. In cases where misconduct or negligence on the part of an individual or a business causes a death, the survivors left behind after the tragedy may also have the right to take legal...
Can you file a claim if you contributed to an accident?
Many people assume that contributing to an accident automatically disqualifies them from filing a car accident claim, but that’s not how the law works in California. If you were partially at fault for a crash, you could still be entitled to compensation for some of...
Why semi-truck crash insurance claims are distinct
Every motor vehicle operating on public roads in California should have liability insurance coverage. After a semi-truck collision, the people injured in the crash or adjusting to a loved one's passing may expect to file a simple insurance claim. However, the process...
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