What Is Considered a Catastrophic Injury?
A catastrophic injury can happen on the job, while driving a car, or when doing something generally safe such as going for a walk or doing chores at home. What makes an injury catastrophic? For one, it is life-changing; a victim’s life is never the same as before the injury occurred. Catastrophic injuries are permanent. […]
Jacob’s Journal – Weekly News Rewind (09/28-10/02)
L.A. County to Reopen Indoor Nail Salons, Shopping Malls and Outdoor Cardrooms, Playgrounds Wednesday, September 30 (KTLA 5) – Los Angeles County officials announced indoor nail salons, shopping malls, outdoor cardrooms, and playgrounds are allowed to reopen amidst a decline in COVID-19 hospitalization rates. Nail salons and shopping malls must maintain a 25% maximum capacity, […]
5 Most Common Types of Motorcycle Accidents
Many people find it exciting to ride motorcycles. However, this turns out to be a more dangerous form of transportation than most types. In 2017, 5,172 motorcyclists were killed in traffic crashes, with two-wheeled motorcycles accounting for 91% of motorcycles in fatal crashes, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Riders are especially […]
Jacob’s Journal – Weekly News Rewind (09/21-09/25)
Fatal Crash Causes Hourslong Closure of Southbound 405 Freeway in Harbor Gateway Area Thursday, September 24 (KTLA 5) – According to the California Highway Patrol (CHP), a multi-vehicle crash occurred on the Southbound 405 Freeway near Normandie Avenue, shortly after 3:30 a.m. Thursday. At least three vehicles were involved, including a pickup truck and a […]
Jacob’s Journal – Weekly News Rewind (09/14-09/18)
Unhealthy Air from Wildfires Continues to Put Damper Over L.A. Region Tuesday, September 15 (KTLA 5) – The South Coast Air Quality Management District issued a smoke advisory on Tuesday as harmful air quality due to wildfires persists across Southern California. A forecast for unhealthy air quality was issued for Los Angeles, Orange County, the […]
Car Accidents Caused by Dangerous Road Conditions
For the most part, car accidents are caused by driver error or negligence. A smaller number of crashes, however, are caused by road conditions and hazards. These can be just as dangerous or deadly, but the blame can’t be placed on a speeding, drunk, or distracted driver. Other parties can be liable for damages. They […]
Jacob’s Journal – Weekly News Rewind (09/07-09/11)
California Wildfires Growing Bigger, Moving Faster Than Ever Thursday, September 10 (NBC Los Angeles) – According to fire experts, wildfire behavior is becoming more extreme due to drought and warming temperatures. A fire in the Sierra National Forest on Labor Day weekend moved 15 miles in a day, said fire officials, trapping hundreds of campers, […]
What to Do After a Construction Accident
With so many hazards, construction is one of the most dangerous industries to work in. There were about 80,000 nonfatal construction injuries in 2015, with 985 deaths. In 2018, there were 1,008 deaths, representing 21.1% of all worker fatalities that year, according to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). A construction site accident can […]
How Much Will I Get for Pain and Suffering from a Car Accident?
The amount of compensation you receive from a car accident depends on many factors. No two cases are the same. When it comes to pain and suffering, the individual impact of an injury will always be different from someone else’s; this is not something an insurance carrier will consider. That’s why you need a car […]
Jacob’s Journal – Weekly News Rewind (08/31-09/04)
3 Sought in Hit-and-Run Crash That Left Multiple Vehicles Damaged, Power Pole Down in North Hollywood Thursday, September 3 (KTLA 5) – Following a hit-and-run crash in North Hollywood on Thursday morning, police are searching for three males involved in the incident, who are believed to have fled on foot. The crash was reported at […]