Whiplash, also known as a neck sprain or neck strain, is a serious injury to the soft tissue of the neck. It is the most commonly cited injury resulting from rear-end auto collisions. When your car is struck from behind, it can cause your head to violently snap back and then forward again in rapid succession. The force of the impact, which can even occur at slow speeds, stretches the neck beyond its normal range
With the outbreak of COVID-19 causing substantial disruptions to daily life, things that seemed impossible just a few weeks ago have become realities in many parts of the country. This situation is leaving people who have been recently hurt in an accident wondering what will happen to their personal injury claims. While these are uncertain times, the good news is that many personal injury claims will continue on their path to resolution in spite of
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When someone suffers injuries in an accident or incident caused by another person, the law gives them the right to file a personal injury claim for their damages. If a victim’s injuries are fatal, however, the victim no longer has the opportunity to file a lawsuit. In this situation, California law gives surviving family members the right to file a wrongful death claim. Wrongful death claims can arise from accidents caused by another person’s negligence
Distracted driving has become a serious public health issue. In fact, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), approximately 391,000 people were injured in accidents involving distracted drivers in 2015 alone. Distracted driving can include any activity that takes a person’s attention away from the road ahead. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) identifies three types of distracted driving: Manual Distractions – Manual distractions occur when a driver takes his or
Motorcycle accidents are capable of causing extremely serious injuries, and the motorcyclists involved are usually the people who walk away hurt. Because motorcyclists are fully exposed the elements around them, they often are severely injured, and it’s not uncommon for motorcyclists to sustain traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) in collisions – even when they are wearing helmets. Fortunately, in many instances, injured motorcyclists are entitled to compensation under California law. Severe Traumatic Brain Injuries Often Leave
If another driver causes your car accident and the driver has auto insurance, you may assume that you simply need to file a claim with that insurer and receive a check for your property damage, medical bills, and other losses. Unfortunately, this is rarely the case, as insurance companies can make it difficult to receive even close to the payment you deserve. The reality is that insurance companies are businesses that want to reduce their
We’ve all slipped and fallen at some point in our lives, and kids lose their balance and fall on a regular basis. Often, we can get back up and keep walking with only a little embarrassment affecting the rest of the day. Not everyone is so lucky, however, as slip and fall accidents regularly cause injuries – and sometimes, surprisingly serious ones. Some slip and fall victims cannot walk away and instead, require extensive medical