Any accident lawyer can tell you that injuries happen every day. Sometimes they are minor such as a twisted ankle or a bruised knee. but there are other injuries that are classified as catastrophic. What is a Catastrophic Injury? It is a sudden, life-altering injury from which you may never fully recover. It can effect […]
When you board an airplane, you expect to safely land at your destination. but that does not always happen. Aviation accidents are usually caused by pilot error, though there are other causes such as poor weather conditions, mechanical failure, and design flaws. Aviation Law Covers Accidents and Injuries From: Major airlines Large business planes Private […]
The number of dog bite cases are on the rise in America with over 4 million Americans bitten by dogs every year. And our dog attack lawyer can tell you that about 20% of these attacks require hospital treatment. in many cases reconstructive surgery is required. Lake Forest dog bite lawyer Ian Silverthorne and his staff […]
If you were injured in a car accident, you may need to file a lawsuit to receive compensation for pain and suffering, emotional distress, or loss of companionship, as insurance companies rarely cover these without a lawsuit. Filing a Lawsuit These are known as personal injury or tort cases, and most states require the lawsuit to […]
On March 6, an Orange County Superior Court Judge sentenced a 26-year-old Pomona man to prison for a fatal 2013 wrong-way wreck that occurred when he was driving drunk. After his November 2014 trial, a jury found him guilty of murder and DUI. Now, the Orange County Register reports that the judge has ordered that the man […]
Most fatal motorcycle accidents involve a collision with a four-wheeled vehicle. Some motorcyclists claim that motorists do not make an effort to look for them. This includes when the motorist is distracted but it is not likely that this is done deliberately. There is another reason besides driving distracted. Motorcycles are much smaller and shaped […]
Any car accident attorney can tell you that as long as there are vehicles on the road, accidents are going to occur. With emotions running high, it is important for you to remember these steps after an accident. Stay at the Scene Never leave an accident scene until police give you permission. If you do, […]
Motorcyclists have the odds stacked against them. They do not have seat belts, airbags, crumple zones, or protective metal cages. the motorcyclist is at a disadvantage in a collision with a car. This is because the vehicle with the greatest mass usually comes out ahead. They also lack the car’s visibility. For all of these […]
Myths are powerful. Depending on the nature of these falsehoods, they may be harmless or can adversely affect people’s lives. When these myths are about car accidents and their aftermath, they increase your chances of getting into an accident, prolong your recovery from injury, and adversely affect your insurance payment or settlement in a lawsuit. […]
For the past several weeks your daughter has been excited about a school field trip to the local museum. Wanting to enjoy this experience with her, you decided to take a half day off of work. and sign up as one of the parental chaperones. With the day having finally arrived, you quickly finish up […]
