“It takes communication, compassion and negotiation to get results, not a bulldog in the courtroom. Nice guys don’t always finish last.”
– Scott Blumen
If you have been in a car accident, your injuries may not be immediately obvious. While some symptoms show up right away, others can take days or even weeks to appear. These delayed injuries, especially head trauma and internal bleeding, can be very serious. The...
People who are on motorcycles in California must ensure that they have a helmet. This is required by state law, but the only thing the law requires is that the helmet is approved by the United States Department of Transportation. There are many different types of...
One of the best ways to uncover the truth about why a crash happened or to show what you are claiming is true is to produce photographic evidence. While it’s not quite true that the camera never lies, images of events can carry a lot of weight. There are several ways...
Claiming insurance is essential after most car crashes of any significance. The problem is that it can be a very frustrating and difficult experience. This is because insurers can intentionally make it so. Here are some of the things they may do: 1. Blaming you for...
Bicyclists face considerable challenges as they travel around the city. One of these is dooring, which occurs when a driver or passenger of a vehicle opens the door in the bicycle’s path. The bicyclist may slam into the door, which can lead to serious injuries. Using...
Car accidents can be traumatic and result in injuries that are not immediately apparent. One of the most important areas of the body to monitor after an accident is your head, as crash impact can cause serious injuries such as concussions, traumatic brain injuries...
Car accident injuries can range from minor bruises and shaken nerves to life-altering conditions. One lesser-known (but incredibly serious) traumatic injury that can sometimes occur in a car wreck is something called “cauda equina syndrome.” While not as familiar to...
An auto accident can have devastating effects on survivors. Many survivors of auto accidents will suffer serious injuries and losses that can lead to severe financial repercussions. If an accident victim pursues the liable party in an auto accident case, they may be...
Whiplash is a neck injury that commonly occurs as a result of motor vehicle accidents. This condition generally develops when the head is suddenly jolted back and forth, straining the neck’s muscles and ligaments. While some people recover from whiplash relatively...
Vehicle design trends have led to growing SUVs and pickup trucks. These vehicles are getting taller, wider and heavier. Some people who buy them will then add lift kits or new tires to make this effect even more extreme. But this is a very dangerous trend, especially...