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Injuries to Watch for After a Trip and Fall Accident

If you trip and fall on the sidewalk, in a store, or anywhere else, there is always the potential for injury. The fact is that most people will put their arms out to protect themselves from a fall. Therefore, the first type of injury you should be on the lookout for is in your hands and arms. While a broken bone will probably be immediately noticeable, sometimes a hairline fracture can occur....Read More

Why Are Pedestrian Fatalities on the Rise?

According to a 2019 Report by Smart Growth America, traffic deaths from motor vehicles are down more than 6%, despite the fact that the number of miles traveled is up over 8%. If we are driving more than ever and seeing fewer road fatalities in general, then you may be shocked to learn that the same study reveals a 35.4% increase in pedestrian fatalities between 2008 and 2017. Why are...Read More

Facts You Need to Know About Dog Bites in California

As a nation, Americans are estimated to own nearly 77 million dogs! More than one out of every three US households has at least one dog, according to the American Veterinary Medical Association. It shouldn’t be a surprise that about 4.5 million dog bites occur annually (according to the CDC). Dog bite settlements are usually handled by the owner’s homeowners or renters insurance. Here are...Read More

California Wants You to “Put Down Your Phone”

Public service announcements regarding distracted driving are not new in the state of California. The latest initiative encourages motorists to “Put Down Your Phone. Just Drive.” The effects of distracted driving can change lives in an instant. From serious injuries to fatalities, it is difficult to imagine how anyone continues to drive while using a phone in an illegal manner. However, for...Read More

When Your Injury Is the Fault of a Public Entity

Have you experienced an injury resulting from a public entity? Maybe you first would like a description of what a public entity is in order to be certain. Here are three examples of places or ways you may experience an injury that would qualify as a public entity. At a government building (federal, state, or local) On roadways operated by federal, state, or local governments In an accident...Read More

What to Do When You’ve Been Injured on Hotel Property

One common location for slip and fall injuries is at a hotel. Whether you slip on a wet floor in the lobby or get caught up on bunched carpeting in a hallway, you may be able to seek compensation for medical expenses and other losses. Here are a few things that you need to remember. You have to prove you belonged there – If you sneak onto hotel property and slip by the pool, that’s your...Read More

Reasons to Review Your Estate Plan Following a Divorce

Any significant change in your life circumstance should lead to a review of your estate plan. This is particularly true when your family changes size. A divorce certainly qualifies since you now have one less family member – your spouse. Here are a couple of reasons to immediately review your estate plan after a divorce. Some things don’t go through probate – If you have a POD bank account, a...Read More

Two Misconceptions About Slip and Fall Accidents

A slip and fall injury can be caused in many different ways. When it is due to negligence on the part of a business, organization, or individual, you may be eligible for compensation. This can help you to offset medical bills, missed workdays, or other losses that are related to the injury. We are going to address a couple of misconceptions that people have about slip and fall claims. This...Read More