Personal Injury

The last thing anyone expects is that they will be in an accident involving a rideshare vehicle, but these incidents do happen. There are various steps that you need to take after an Uber or Lyft accident, and these steps can help not only ensure your well-being but also help you recover the financial settlement you are entitled to if another party was liable for the incident. Call the Police After an Uber or Lyft...

Slip and fall accidents are not uncommon, but the reality is that these incidents can lead to major injuries. Unfortunately, slip and fall injuries can lead to significant setbacks for individuals, and not just physical setbacks. These injuries and the subsequent medical treatment, along with potentially lost wages, can lead to financial difficulties. Here, we want to discuss some of the most common personal injuries that cause these setbacks after a slip and fall incident....

Commercial establishments that serve alcoholic beverages are potentially liable under California's dram shop law for injuries suffered by victims of drunk driving accidents. The legal theory behind dram shop liability is that the establishment served alcohol to a minor or visibly intoxicated person, and that person's intoxication was a substantial factor in causing the victim's injuries. How To Prove a Dram Shop Liability Case in California To recover damages under the dram shop law, the...

If you or a loved one sustain an injury caused by the negligent actions of another individual or entity, then you should be able to recover compensation for your losses. However, there are various factors that can affect these claims, including the existence of prior injuries. Insurance carriers and at-fault parties will do what they can to dig up pre-existing injuries and use these against plaintiffs to limit how much money is paid in a...

Recovering compensation after sustaining an injury caused by another party can be challenging. However, individuals are often able to recover compensation for their medical bills, lost wages, out-of-pocket expenses, and various types of pain and suffering damages through an insurance settlement or as a result of a personal injury jury verdict.  But are there any limitations, or caps, on the total damages that an individual can receive in these situations? No Caps on Economic Damages...