Construction jobs are considered among the most dangerous in the country. Although the industry is heavily regulated for safety by the U.S. Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA), there are still plenty of hazards workers face.
A construction accident injury lawyer hears many of the same questions from clients...
If you were struck by a car or truck while riding your motorcycle, you probably suffered worse injuries than the other driver. Victims of motorcycle collisions have the right to seek compensatory damages, but if you make one of these four common mistakes after the wreck, you could diminish your settlement...
With beautiful weather year-round and notoriously heavy traffic on the highways, there are plenty of reasons that people choose to get about the City of Angels on a bicycle. But even if you wear a helmet and stick to the bike lanes, you still risk colliding with a car or truck. When...
It can be challenging for slip and fall victims to secure the compensatory damages to which they’re entitled. As the plaintiff, you may be going up against a big corporation, health care facility, or even the city government.
If the property owner was negligent and permitted hazardous conditions...
Once you file a personal injury lawsuit to recover the cost of your hospital treatment and other medical treatment, you may still be worried about delinquent bills. This worry is very real.
Fortunately, in California, plaintiffs in personal injury cases may be able to send a letter of...
Accidents involving a commercial truck differ from accidents between two private vehicle drivers. Instead of your insurance company and car accident lawyer negotiating with the other driver’s representatives, a commercial truck accident involves the victim, the truck driver, the trucking company, and possibly other defendants.
Your truck accident...
Construction work is one of the most inherently hazardous types of occupations in the country. In fact, in 2024, Nearly 1 in 5 of all workplace fatalities occur in the construction industry.
Walking on uneven surfaces, using heavy equipment, and working several stories in the air all...
Semi-trucks, 18-wheelers, tractor-trailers – no matter what you call them, these large commercial shipping trucks are a staple of California highways. But due to their sheer size, weight (about 80,000 pounds when fully loaded), and inertia, a semi-truck can cause more destruction in a traffic accident than any other type of vehicle.
Suddenly losing a close friend can be as traumatic as losing a family member. If such a tragedy befalls you, you will suffer the same grief and emotional turmoil as those who lose family members experience. Despite this, California does not give you any legal right to compensation for your suffering and...
Rideshare platforms, including Uber and Lyft, have revolutionized how Californians get around. While ridesharing may be convenient, no company or driver can guarantee the safety of its passengers. You and your loved ones are at risk of being involved in a car accident while using a rideshare service, just as you are...
