Does it matter if your vehicle crash was work related? – Part II

In our last blog post, we began a discussion about vehicle crashes that may or may not be considered “work related” under the law. We noted that if you were recently involved in a vehicle crash that had some link to your employment that you may want to consider speaking with an experienced attorney. A local attorney should be able to analyze the specific circumstances surrounding your case and be able to advise you on whether it can be considered work related. If it can be considered work related, you may then decide whether to file a workers’ compensation claim or a personal injury suit. We [...]

By |2018-05-26T15:13:34-07:00April 8th, 2015|Car Accidents|Comments Off on Does it matter if your vehicle crash was work related? – Part II

Does it matter if your vehicle crash was work related? – Part I

If you have recently been involved in a motor vehicle accident, it is important to determine whether the accident can be considered to be “work related” under the law. If your accident was work related, you may be able to collect workers’ compensation depending on the circumstances of the accident and the nature of harm that you suffered as a result of the accident. However, it may be more beneficial to pursue a personal injury suit whether or not your accident was work related. Before you consider your options for compensation, you must first determine whether the crash you were involved in can be considered work [...]

By |2018-05-26T15:14:00-07:00April 6th, 2015|Car Accidents|Comments Off on Does it matter if your vehicle crash was work related? – Part I

Teen driving distractions: far more than just cellphones

When it comes to preventing teens from driving while distracted, a lot of focus goes towards keeping teens off their phones while driving. However, it is important to not forget that cellphones do not have a monopoly when it comes to distracting teen drivers; there are many different distracting activities teens may be tempted to do when behind the wheel. […]

By |2018-05-26T15:16:22-07:00March 21st, 2015|Car Accidents|Comments Off on Teen driving distractions: far more than just cellphones

Why you likely need an attorney for car accident mediation

There is no one “correct” way to handle a personal injury claim. Some individuals who file claims opt to settle if a settlement offer is fair. Others must vigorously litigate their claims in order to obtain the justice they deserve. And some individuals opt for an alternative dispute resolution approach. This approach allows plaintiffs and their attorneys to mediate or otherwise negotiate a claim outside of a courtroom setting. Mediation and other forms of alternative dispute resolution may be embraced without the aid and guidance of an attorney. However, it is important to think very, very carefully before moving forward without professional legal assistance. The other [...]

By |2018-05-26T15:16:45-07:00March 16th, 2015|Car Accidents|Comments Off on Why you likely need an attorney for car accident mediation

Westlake Village residents reminded to plan for a sober ride this St. Patrick’s Day

St. Patrick’s Day is quickly approaching and festivities will be in full swing this weekend and on Tuesday around the Westlake Village area. While considered a religious holiday in Ireland, in the U.S. St. Patrick’s Day is often celebrated with anything and everything green, including lots of green beer. Since 2009, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reports that a total of 276 people have been killed in drunk driving crashes on St. Patrick’s Day. Many more have suffered injuries that resulted in painful and debilitating conditions. The devastating personal and financial implications suffered by victims of drunk driving accidents and their family members, can forever [...]

By |2018-05-26T15:17:09-07:00March 14th, 2015|Car Accidents|Comments Off on Westlake Village residents reminded to plan for a sober ride this St. Patrick’s Day

When others aren’t careful behind the wheel

There are many different things a person can do to try to keep themselves safe out on the roads. However, as scary of a thought as it may be, a person’s safety out on the roads is not something that they have sole control over. How safe of a place the roads are for them is also dependent on how the drivers around them act. Thus, it can be quite terrifying to encounter unsafe drivers out on the roads. […]

By |2018-05-26T15:17:57-07:00March 5th, 2015|Car Accidents|Comments Off on When others aren’t careful behind the wheel

Understanding and preventing aggressive driving – Part II

Last week, we began a discussion about aggressive driving. We noted that aggressive driving behaviors are considered to be any behaviors which are unsafe and are committed both deliberately and with a disregard for safety. It is important to note that this disregard for safety may be unintentional. Many Americans are familiar with the concept of road rage, in which an individual intentionally tries to commit bodily harm by engaging in dangerous driving behaviors. Most motorists would never engage in road rage. However, a surprising number of American motorists engage in aggressive driving behaviors on a regular basis. It is imperative to understand the distinction between [...]

By |2018-05-26T15:18:27-07:00March 1st, 2015|Car Accidents|Comments Off on Understanding and preventing aggressive driving – Part II

Understanding and preventing aggressive driving – Part I

According to a survey compiled by the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety, 90 percent of respondents consider aggressive motorists to be either a somewhat or a very serious threat to personal safety. This overwhelming statistic seems to indicate that a clear majority of Americans believes that aggressive driving behaviors are dangerous. Yet, according to the same survey, a majority of motorists also admit to engaging in potentially aggressive driving behaviors personally. How does one reconcile these two pieces of data? While most individuals believe that aggressive driving is dangerous, most individuals choose to engage in aggressive driving behaviors. It is possible that many motorists are unaware [...]

By |2018-05-26T15:19:42-07:00February 22nd, 2015|Car Accidents|Comments Off on Understanding and preventing aggressive driving – Part I

Should you speak with an attorney about your minor car accident?

Have you recently been involved in a relatively minor motor vehicle accident? If so, you may be wondering whether it is worth your time and energy to speak with a personal injury attorney about the situation. The particular circumstances surrounding every motor vehicle accident are unique. As a result, only you can truly know whether or not speaking with an attorney is the best choice for you. If your accident was a very minor fender-bender that resulted in no property damage, no medical issues and no police report, you may not need to speak with an attorney. However, if your accident was significant enough that you [...]

By |2018-05-27T09:39:49-07:00February 6th, 2015|Car Accidents|Comments Off on Should you speak with an attorney about your minor car accident?

Distracted Driving a Leading Cause of Car Accidents

In the United States, 37,000 people are killed in automobile collisions each year and more than 2.3 million are seriously injured or become disabled, according to the Association for Safe International Road Travel. These tragic figures only represent a fraction of the total number of car accidents in America, which is approximately 10 million annually. What’s more, vehicle collisions are the single largest mortal threat to teenagers, according to data compiled by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Because California is among one of the largest populated states, it’s little wonder why there are so many automobile accidents occurring each and every year. In the [...]

By |2015-01-15T13:55:36-08:00January 15th, 2015|Car Accidents|Comments Off on Distracted Driving a Leading Cause of Car Accidents

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