Some Uber and Lyft drivers have reported that the vast majority of passengers in the car never put on a seatbelt when riding in the back seat of these ride sharing vehicles. The consequences of not wearing a seat belt when you are in the back of a taxi or ride hailing vehicle can be… Read More »
Posts Categorized: Injured
Most Dangerous Jobs in US Include Police Officers, Firefighters, And Electricians
Do you work as an electrician in California? Or do you think you are employed in another form of dangerous occupation? While the construction industry has long been known as one of the most dangerous potential occupations across the United States, it’s not the only major contributing cause of accidents and deaths at work. In… Read More »
New Study Says That Secondhand Harms of Drinking Impact 20% Of Adults
According to a new study recently published in the Journal of Studies on Alcohol and Drugs, approximately 20% of US adults have experienced some form of secondhand harm because of another person’s behavior while drinking. That harm included personal injury and property damage. The study involved more than 8,700 adults who submitted survey question responses… Read More »
How Do I Know If I Have Been Hurt with A Traumatic Brain Injury?
A TBI refers to an injury to the brain caused by a jolt to the head or a blow to the head from penetrating or blunt trauma. The injury that happens at the moment of the impact, such as in a car accident crash, is known as a primary injury. Primary injuries can involve specific… Read More »
New San Francisco Area Study Explores Impacts of Scooter Injuries
As scooters have become more prominent on the streets of San Francisco and many other locations throughout the country, this raises personal injury questions about the dangers of scooter injuries. A lawsuit has already been filed by a group of disabled persons who allege that these scooter companies have failed to consider how the placement… Read More »
What Are Pain and Suffering Damages in a California Injury Case?
If you’re hurt in an accident and have sustained serious injuries, there’s no doubt that you want to explore recovery of your lost wages and medical bills. But what if you’re dealt with injury impacts on your life extending beyond these damages? California does allow for pain and suffering damages to be paid out to… Read More »
How to Appeal a California Workers’ Comp Claim
Were you recently hurt in a workplace accident and believe you’re entitled to benefits? Applying for workers’ comp does not guarantee that your claim will be approved, which is why many legitimately injured workers end up hiring a San Francisco workers’ comp lawyer to help them. The most important thing to remember is that you… Read More »
What Injuries Are Most Common in Workers’ Comp Claims?
Being hurt on the job can have a significant effect on your ability to move on with your life. If your job has made it impossible for you to go back to work for a certain period of time, you need to investigate your options for filing a workers’ compensation claim. Filing a workers’ compensation… Read More »
Construction Workers Are More Likely to Suffer Traumatic Spine Injuries
Construction workers already face some of the most serious risks of critical injuries and fatalities on the job, a new study shows that the risk of traumatic spinal injuries is highest for workers in the construction and transportation injuries. The project, led by researchers at the University of Sydney, looked at more than 800 cases… Read More »
Who is Most At Risk for Car Crash Injuries?
As a parent, you likely worry already about the possibility of a vehicle accident harming your children. Even when children are properly restrained in carseats, the potential for an accident to cause severe or developmental damage is present. This is what makes it so important that you investigate the scene of any incident and report… Read More »