A hit-and-run accident occurred on the Pacific Coast Highway at Newport Coast Drive in the early morning hours of New Year’s Day. Soon thereafter, law enforcement detained a motorist allegedly responsible for the accident. Motorist Flees According to the Orange County Sheriff Coroner, a call reporting the accident came in at 2:56 a.m. The caller indicated […]
Many drivers have had to dodge the occasional piece of road debris. Sometimes the debris is quite dangerous. Such as a load of bricks or lumber presents a serious traffic hazard. Another common sight is an open trailer bumping violently along behind the vehicle towing it. Poorly secured cargo is not just the domain of […]
Slipping and falling is one of the most common of accidents. Given that the average person walks about 7500 steps a day in a variety of situations, the occasional slip and fall is inevitable. The injuries suffered can vary from a bruise to a serious brain injury or even death. The injury’s severity depends on […]
Freeways are controlled access highways designed for speed. Using them safely require motorists to adhere to a number of specific driving rules. Many driving practices normally used on ordinary roads and streets are dangerous and possibly illegal on the freeway. Unsafe practices cause needless accidents that can inflict severe injury on other motorists. If someone’s dangerous […]
The most vulnerable people on our roads are pedestrians. Pedestrians lack the steel cage and safety devices of cars. They also lack the speed and maneuverability of motorcycles. Even a low-speed collision can be fatal. A pedestrian is anyone walking across the street. Therefore it is important that everyone be aware of the dangers that […]
A 20-year-old Dana Point was put under arrest following an incident on the 210 freeway following the Rose Bowl on New Year’s Day. Now, he faces a DUI charge related to allegedly driving a golf cart out on the freeway. Our accident lawyer will go over the case below. Numerous 911 Calls Received A California Highway Patrol […]
Children and teachers are preparing to get back into their school routines after the holiday break. When school is in session, there is always an increased risk of injuries. Whether it is from bus accidents, bicycle accidents, or pedestrian accidents. as an accident attorney, we have seen it all. As everyone gets back into the swing […]
When getting their license, all drivers learn to look both ways before entering an intersection. Many drivers seem to forget this rule when making right turns. at three and four-way intersections, motorists often fail to look before they start their right turn. as an injury lawyer, we see these particular accidents quite often. This bad habit […]
When you visit a public place, you should not have to think twice about your safety. It is up to the business owner to make sure his or her establishment meets federal and state safety guidelines to protect its customers. Unfortunately, not all people who own a business take this responsibility seriously. In an effort […]
Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (formerly known as Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy) is a condition of the sympathetic nervous system that occurs when nerves send a constant pain signal to the brain. and as a personal injury lawyer, we have seen many cases where the nervous system has been compromised. Symptoms The condition usually effects an extremity. […]
