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Children Are Prone to Pedestrian Accidents

Children Are Prone to Pedestrian Accidents

Personal Injury
Nothing is more important than the safety of our children. As a team of Beverly Hills accident attorneys, we represent injury victims of all ages, including children injured while they are walking. Below are some safety tips to keep your kids safe from pedestrian accidents - if you want to discuss a specific case, please contact our law firm directly. Children Are Vulnerable to Accidents Reports show that: In 2019, 359 children were killed in pedestrian accidents in the USChildren are involved in nearly 300 non-fatal pedestrian accidents per week12 to 19-year-olds are three times more likely to be killed in pedestrian accidentsBoys are almost twice as likely to be killed as girlsBlack American children were more than twice as likely as white American children to be killedAbout 2/3 of…
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The Risks of Tailgating

The Risks of Tailgating

Auto Accident
In the Beverly Hills and L.A. areas, our freeway traffic and road rage are world-famous. As Beverly Hills car accident lawyers, we have seen firsthand how tailgating and other aggressive driving tactics can cause severe injuries to others. Two-Second Following Distance or One Full Car Length As a refresher, every driver should know that when your car is in motion, you should be able to count “one-one-thousand, two-one-thousand” between the time the car in front of you passes a fixed point and when your car passes the same point. This is called a “Two Second Following Distance.” When you are coming to a stop, leave one full car length between you and the car in front of you. If Someone is Tailgating You Remember to drive defensively, not aggressively. If…
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Who Was Responsible for Your Motorcycle Accident?

Who Was Responsible for Your Motorcycle Accident?

Auto Accident
Everywhere in Southern California, you can see people zipping around on their motorcycles and other two-wheeled motor vehicles. While this can be an adrenaline rush and a great way to enjoy the climate and views, other drivers regularly crash into motorcyclists and cause them serious injuries. It is key to identify who can be held responsible for your crash, as this party should also be responsible for all of your injury-related losses. Consider All Related Parties In a motorcycle crash, there can be more than one at-fault party. You may just be thinking this is about you and the other driver, however, in a personal injury case from a motorcycle crash, these parties may also be partially or wholly responsible: The last mechanic who worked on your bike (and/or the…
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How a Spinal Injury Can Change Your Life Financially

How a Spinal Injury Can Change Your Life Financially

Auto Accident
At our Beverly Hills personal injury law firm, we have seen the outrageous costs our spinal cord injury clients face. Spinal injuries are extremely life-altering events. Most of us are, for example, familiar with Christopher Reeves’s horseback-riding accident that left him paralyzed in a wheelchair and relying on breathing machines. He required professional care around the clock and ultimately succumbed to his injuries. Post-Accident Medical Bills For someone with paralysis, the following are some estimated costs of a spinal cord injury immediately after it occurs (hospitalization): Quadripelegic (high neck injury), $1,064,716Quadripelegic (upper spine), $769,351Paraplegic (lower spine), $347,484 Often those affected by spinal cord injuries are in the hospital (or transitional nursing homes) for 6 to 12 months or more.                                                        The costs of care continue well after being released…
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How Much Compensation Can You Get After a Car Accident?

How Much Compensation Can You Get After a Car Accident?

Auto Accident
As a Beverly Hills personal injury law firm, people ask us questions like these every day. The reality is that we cannot even provide a guess about the value of your claim without knowing the details of your case. Your compensation will be determined by a variety of factors, mostly concerning the losses that you incurred due to the accident and your resulting injuries. We can evaluate your situation and give you an idea of what you might expect if you can pursue a car accident claim. Medical Expenses Serious injuries need immediate medical care, and you might need ongoing treatment for weeks, months, or even years. Never avoid medical help due to concerns about cost, as getting the diagnosis and treatment you need is critical to the success of…
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Motorcycle Safety Tips for 2022

Motorcycle Safety Tips for 2022

Motorcycle Accident
Our Beverly Hills motorcycle accident attorneys hate to see people injured in motorcycle crashes. Thankfully, the State of California reports that motorcycle fatalities decreased 9.4% from 523 in 2018 to 474 in 2019.” Regardless, motorcyclists are still 29 times more likely to die in a crash than people in cars. Here are a few tips to stay safe on your motorcycle. Be Seen by Other Drivers Did you know splitting lanes is illegal in some other states? The reason is that motorcycles can not easily be seen when they are weaving in and out of traffic. Slow down, make sure approaching cars see you, always turn your headlight on, and wear bright colors. Statistics show 75% of motorcycle accidents are caused by the other driver not seeing the motorcycle. Wear…
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Truck Driver Error is Often to Blame in a Crash

Truck Driver Error is Often to Blame in a Crash

Truck Accident
Our Beverly Hills truck accident law firm represents plenty of crash victims, and one thing we can say is that truck driver error is often to blame. Think of the holiday stress truck drivers are under, for example, combined with winter driving conditions that can easily lead to mistakes and collisions. The following are some ways you can keep yourself safe whenever possible and, in the event of a crash, contact our firm for a free case evaluation. Never Drive in a Truck’s Blind Spots If you can’t see a semi-truck’s mirrors, the driver can’t see you. Remember th the blind spot on a big truck is much bigger than the blind spot on your car. Additionally, the truck driver is sitting much higher up, which makes visibility worse across…
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What To Do After a Motorcycle Crash?

What To Do After a Motorcycle Crash?

Truck Accident
In California last year, there were 16,504 motorcycle accidents reported, causing 15,527 injuries. When you are involved in a motorcycle crash, what to do next is key to resolving the incident as favorably as possible. Thus, it is crucial to know exactly what to do after getting into a motorcycle accident. An injured motorist should first call emergency responders and seek any medical attention they may need. It is important that they report all possible injuries they may have sustained during the accident to those responding to the scene. Getting a diagnosis right away not only helps your physical health, but will be useful for a future injury claim should you need to file one. It is important not only to report any injuries you may be experiencing but also…
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Four Things Not To Do After A Truck Accident

Four Things Not To Do After A Truck Accident

Truck Accident
After a truck accident, people are left in shock of the event they just experienced. They may not be thinking clearly and might do something or say something that could hurt their claim against the trucker. Here are some things to keep in mind not to do if you are involved in a truck accident. First, never admit fault, even if you believe the accident was partially due to your own negligence. Admitting fault is a sure way to get the claim you are entitled to significantly reduced by your own contributory negligence or even denied outright. Leave it for the defendant to establish any degree of fault on your behalf, and never admit to the police or other driver that you may have been at fault in causing the…
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Should You Accept A Car Accident Insurance Offer?

Should You Accept A Car Accident Insurance Offer?

Auto Accident
If you are involved in a car accident that is not your fault, it is often a complex decision whether or not to settle with the other driver’s insurance company or take the other driver to court. Whether or not you should accept a settlement offer from the other driver’s insurance company depends on a variety of factors. Foremost, you should have the advice of a lawyer before you even consider entertaining a settlement offer from an insurance company. Too many unrepresented accident victims accept inadequate settlements because they did not have a lawyer review the offer. It is good to expect that the first offer made will almost always be a lowball offer and will not properly compensate you for your injuries and losses suffered by the accident. Always…
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