With summer just around the corner, pools will soon be filled with excited children, jumping and diving and swimming to cool off. While parents understand the inherent danger of drowning in pools, few may have heard of the deadly phenomenon known as suction...
Personal Injury
Explore all reasons for compensation after an injury
You’ve been injured, perhaps in a car accident or on public property, and you know another party is responsible. You’re considering a lawsuit to seek the compensation you deserve. But what costs and damages are you actually facing? It’s important not to overlook...
Severe vehicle accident injuries: Amputations and disfigurement
Car and truck accidents often result in devastating harm like spinal cord damage and traumatic brain injuries. They are often considered catastrophic because they can severely impact the lives of crash victims. Since suffering catastrophic injuries can qualify for...
How safe are Bay Area bridges?
The devastating collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore this spring renewed concerns for many people who live and work in the Bay Area about the safety of our bridges – some of which are among the most iconic and heavily traveled in the country. Of...
Can a slip-and-fall accident cause a concussion?
Accidents happen when you least expect them, and a slip-and-fall incident is no exception. These situations can lead to various injuries, and one common concern is whether a slip-and-fall can result in a concussion. Slip-and-fall accidents occur when an individual...
Examples of poor road designs
Poor road designs can directly lead to car accidents. Another driver may also be responsible, in that they made a mistake. But the road design itself could be what caused that mistake initially. So what does a poor road design look like? There are many different...
Car insurance may not be enough after a California crash
People usually expect someone else to cover the cost of a collision if they were not at fault. In theory, that assumption is correct. Those who cause a crash have legal and financial responsibility for the consequences of the collision. Every driver in California...
Why eating while driving is so dangerous
Eating while driving is seen as a way to save time. Instead of sitting down to eat, people choose to do so while going to work, school or an errand. But eating can distract a driver, increasing their chances of causing an accident. Here is why eating while driving is...
What factors can increase crash risks for teen drivers?
There is no absolute way to prevent collisions, but specific age groups, such as teenagers, can be more prone to crash risks. Teen drivers often feel excited to get behind the wheel when they get their licenses. Driving allows them to be free and independent, helping...
Ensuring safety as a bicyclist on busy California roads
Bicycling is a fantastic way to get around, offering both healthy exercise and an environmentally-friendly mode of transportation. But sharing the road with cars and trucks, especially on the bustling roads of California, can pose significant safety challenges. The...