This Week In The News (12/09-12/13)
Woman Killed, 2 People Injured After Car Slams Into Simi Valley Home Tuesday, December 10 (CBS Los Angeles) – A woman died after a car crashed into a Simi Valley home at Sycamore Drive and Morley Street at about 1:30 a.m. Tuesday. Two others were hospitalized in critical condition, including one woman who was ejected […]
Avoid Holiday Decorating Injuries
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission estimated that, between 2009 and 2012, there were 12,000 emergency department visits per year related to holiday decorating injuries, while in 2012, there were an estimated 15,000 such injuries. Common causes of holiday decorating injuries include stepping on broken ornaments and falling from a ladder. Falls were involved in 34% of cases, […]
This Week In The News (12/02-12/06)
Motorcyclist Injured In Freeway Accident Awarded $21.5 Million Wednesday, December 4 (CBS Los Angeles) – Hardin Irvine Automotive Inc. and mechanic Justin Dimapasac were ordered by a jury to pay $21.5 million to a man injured in a February 8, 2018 crash. Matthew Rada, 28, had brought the case to the Los Angeles Superior Court […]
Slippery Roads Can Cause SoCal Accidents
Slick roads cause accidents across the nation. In Southern California, this is no different. Recent heavy rains along the coast and snow in the mountains and higher elevations have made roads slippery. Even if it doesn’t snow, rain can make roads slick because of oil deposits and other material on the roads. Other factors such […]
This Week In The News (11/18-11/22)
101 Freeway WB Lanes Reopen Following Deadly Crash Thursday, November 21 (ABC 7) – A Thursday morning crash on the 101 Freeway in Woodland Hills resulted in one fatality. The accident was being covered by AIR7 HD by 6:00 a.m. According to authorities, at least two vehicles were involved. Traffic was backed up for at […]
How Long Does it Take to Get a Personal Injury Settlement Check?
Let’s face it, no one wants to get injured, much less muddle through a potentially lengthy legal process while they are on the mend. But alas, it is part of the process. One of the highlights of any personal injury case is when it comes time to collect your settlement. You’d think that once all […]
This Week In The News (11/11-11/15)
2 Dead, 4 Wounded After California Shooting Suspect Opened Fire at Saugus High School in Santa Clarita Friday, November 15 (ABC 7) – Following a shooting at Saugus High School in Santa Clarita on Thursday morning, investigators continued to search for the motive of a student who opened fire on his classmates. The 16-year-old boy […]
Settlement vs. Trial: What Is Best for Your Personal Injury Case?
Personal injury cases remain one of the most routine legal actions in the United States. More often than not, personal injury claims are settled out of court. In fact, a mere 5% of personal injury claims make it all the way to trial, and for good reason. After a car accident, slip and fall, or incident resulting […]
This Week In The News: 11/04 – 11/08
LAPD Seeks Help Finding Hit-Run Driver Who Mowed Down Pedestrian in DTLA Wednesday, November 6, 2019 (KABC Los Angeles) – Los Angeles police are asking for the public’s help to identify a hit-and-run suspect that was seen on city surveillance cameras plowing down a pedestrian in a downtown crosswalk. The video shows a darker colored sedan […]
How Can Construction Injury Attorneys Help Victims?
Construction sites are riddled with hazards. No matter how careful you are, accidents can and will happen. If you are injured on a construction site through no fault of your own, it is wise to contact a professional construction injury lawyer right away. They can help you navigate the complex process of construction injury claims […]