If you have been in an accident that has left you injured, filing a personal injury lawsuit may be a natural step to receive compensation for your losses. Some people may be put off by the idea of pursuing a claim since they do not know how long it will take. While no personal injury attorney can provide an exact timeframe for settling your case, they can outline what you are likely to expect, which
In the United States, motorcycle accidents are extremely common, and oftentimes, the consequences can be dire. In 2018, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reported that 4,985 motorcyclists died in motorcycle crashes, making motorcyclists 27 times more likely to suffer fatal injuries than passenger car occupants per vehicle miles traveled. With these statistics in mind, one major question remains: what is the biggest cause of motorcycle accidents? In this article, we take a look
After a slip and fall at a workplace or business, one of the last things on your mind is the timeframe for a doctor’s visit. In fact, you will likely be in shock and concerned about any injuries you have sustained that could lead to a loss of income or high medical costs. However, if you have suffered from a slip and fall injury and plan on holding those responsible to account, consider the following
Even though bike accidents make up the minority of accidents on the road, they can account for some of the most severe injuries. In addition, a surprising number of them also occur at intersections. If you have had a collision with a car at an intersection or are curious about what would happen if you did, the following information may prove helpful. Preventing Bicycle Accidents at Intersections You may never be able to prevent every
Huntington Beach premises liability attorney Brent Caldwell of the Law Offices of Brent W. Caldwell recently represented an individual who suffered severe injuries when he fell from a ladder. The client ultimately received a $2,500,000 settlement for his injuries and losses. How the Injuries Happened The plaintiff in this case was working as an HVAC contractor in Irvine and reported to a commercial building for air conditioning maintenance. The plaintiff used the defendant’s ladder, which
Bicyclist hit and runs involve collisions between cyclists and vehicles where one party leaves the scene. It is a crime to leave the scene of an accident, and fines can be imposed for those who do. If you have been the victim of a hit and run accident involving your bicycle and another car, you may not know what to do next. Reading through this information below may give you the confidence you need to
When a dog bites a human being, serious injuries can result and lead to serious losses. There is no disputing that some injuries resulting from a dog bite can last a lifetime. Even if a dog bite injury is not permanent, it could require a significant amount of medical treatment, including stitches, hospitalization, surgery, and physical therapy. In many dog bite cases, the dog owner’s homeowner insurance company is involved. While some insurance companies are
The Law Offices of Brent W. Caldwell represents clients who suffer injuries due to the negligence of property and business owners. In a recent case, premises liability lawyer Brent Caldwell obtained a settlement of $500,000 for a client injured while visiting a trade show in Las Vegas. The plaintiff in the case was a florist who traveled to Las Vegas for an industry trade show. While stopping by the booth of another vendor and browsing
Did you know that the Center for Disease Control (CDC) estimates that about 2 million Americans suffer some kind of brain injury annually? These injuries can moderately or severely impact the victim’s physical, emotional, behavioral, and cognitive functionalities. Any type of head trauma or skull fracture has the potential to cause a brain injury. When you suffer these injuries because of other people’s negligence, what legal recourse do you have for justice and reasonable compensation?