Whether you cycle for transportation, exercise or leisure, you should know how to react if you are in a collision with a motorist. Planning ahead allows you to take appropriate actions after an accident, helping you stay safe and protect your legal and financial...
Oakland Personal Injury Law Blog
Can you get a severe burn from a car crash?
Many people associate flaming car crashes with Hollywood blockbusters, but a fraction of those people have seen flaming wrecks in real life. However, it is still something that happens - and perhaps it happens more frequently than you might think. Causes of fires...
5 common delayed injury symptoms
After the car crash, you noticed you had a slight headache. Nothing major. You figured that after exchanging information with the driver who struck your vehicle that you would simply go home, take a couple aspirin or Tylenol, and things would be better in a few hours....
Understanding symptoms of a brain injury
There is a lot to consider after an accident. You may have apparent injuries that need immediate care in addition to needing to care for others who were in the accident. In some cases, a traumatic brain injury (TBI) can be easy to overlook, especially if there are no...
The long-term effects of a severe burn injury
A fiery car crash has left you with severe and catastrophic burn injuries. The anguish and pain this situation have caused you and your family likely will linger for the rest of your life. The negligence of another driver remains the major contributing factor to what...
Can distracted driving lead to catastrophic injuries?
Whether on highways, city streets or county roads, California drivers face hazards during nearly every mile travelled. From distracted drivers to impaired drivers, serious motor vehicle collisions can lead to devastating injuries that could dramatically impact the...
Teen drivers, teen passengers a deadly combination
Teenage motorists often lack the judgment and experience that older drivers on the road often have, making them more prone to risk-taking and other dangerous driving behaviors. Studies show that teen drivers become even more dangerous when they have teenage passengers...
What to do after a school injury
While your child is at school, an accident can happen on the playground, during a sporting event or even in the hallway. If the school's negligence caused the incident, you may be able to file a legal claim on behalf of your student. Review the actions to take if...
California cyclist deaths reach 25-year high
When you have a loved one who is an avid cyclist, you want to assume that everyone on the road is going to exercise care when navigating California’s roadways. This is not the case, though, as the number of bicyclists dying on the state’s roadways has reached a...
Your Harbor Freight jack stand may be unsafe
Performing regular vehicle maintenance such as changing your car’s oil can save you thousands in repair costs. If you use some types of Harbor Freight jack stands to raise your vehicle off the ground, however, your life may be in danger. Recently, the well-known tool...