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24Jan 2022 by Pat Geddie
Los Riesgos De Chupar Rueda

Los Riesgos De Chupar Rueda

Auto Accident
En las áreas de Beverly Hills y L.A., nuestro tráfico en las autopistas y la ira en la carretera son mundialmente famosos. Como abogados de accidentes automovilísticos de Beverly Hills, hemos visto de primera mano cómo seguir de cerca y otras tácticas agresivas de conducción pueden causar lesiones graves a otros. Distancia De Seguimiento De Dos Segundos O La Longitud Completa De Un Automóvil Como repaso, todos los conductores deben saber que cuando su automóvil está en movimiento, debe poder contar "uno-uno-mil, dos-uno-mil" entre el momento en que el automóvil frente a usted pasa por un punto fijo y cuando tu coche pasa por el mismo punto. Esto se denomina “Distancia de seguimiento de dos segundos”. Cuando vaya a detenerse, deje el largo de un automóvil entre usted y el…
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24Jan 2022 by Pat Geddie
Cómo Una Lesión En La Columna Puede Cambiar Su Vida Financieramente

Cómo Una Lesión En La Columna Puede Cambiar Su Vida Financieramente

Auto Accident
En nuestro bufete de abogados de lesiones personales de Beverly Hills, hemos visto los costos escandalosos que enfrentan nuestros clientes con lesiones de la médula espinal. Las lesiones de la columna vertebral son eventos que alteran la vida en extremo. La mayoría de nosotros, por ejemplo, estamos familiarizados con el accidente de equitación de Christopher Reeves que lo dejó paralizado en una silla de ruedas y confiando en respiradores. Requirió atención profesional las 24 horas del día y finalmente sucumbió a sus heridas. Facturas Médicas Posteriores Al Accidente Para alguien con parálisis, los siguientes son algunos estimados costes de una lesión de la médula espinal inmediatamente después de que ocurre (hospitalización): ● Cuadripléjico (lesión en la parte superior del cuello), $1,064,716 ● Cuadripléjico (parte superior de la columna), $769,351 ●…
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24Jan 2022 by Pat Geddie
Quién fue responsable de su accidente de motocicleta

Quién fue responsable de su accidente de motocicleta

Motorcycle Accident
Por todas partes en el sur de California, se puede ver gente dando vueltas en sus motocicletas y otros vehículos de motor de dos ruedas. Si bien esto puede ser un subidón de adrenalina y una excelente manera de disfrutar del clima y las vistas, otros conductores chocan regularmente contra motociclistas y les causan lesiones graves. Es clave identificar quién puede ser considerado responsable de su accidente, ya que esta parte también debe ser responsable de todas las pérdidas relacionadas con sus lesiones. Considere todas las Partes Relacionadas En un accidente de motocicleta, puede haber más de una parte culpable. Es posible que solo esté pensando que se trata de usted y el otro conductor; sin embargo, en un caso de lesiones personales por un accidente de motocicleta, estas partes…
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21Jan 2022 by Pat Geddie
How Dooring Accidents Hurt Cyclists

How Dooring Accidents Hurt Cyclists

Bicycle Accident
Bike lanes running right next to where cars are parking is, as they say, an accident waiting to happen. Our passionate team of Beverly Hills bike accident attorneys has seen the damage and injuries that can be caused when car passengers open their doors in front of incoming bicycles, and it can be severe. If a driver opened a car door without first checking whether there was an oncoming cyclist, they should be responsible for all of the harm and losses that result. Drivers, Check Your Mirrors If you’re parked next to the street, particularly if you’re parked next to a bike lane, always look for bicycles before you open your door. This extra millisecond can make a huge difference to a cyclist and their bike. Anywhere from 30 to…
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21Jan 2022 by Pat Geddie
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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21Jan 2022 by Pat Geddie
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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21Jan 2022 by Pat Geddie
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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21Jan 2022 by Pat Geddie
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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21Jan 2022 by Pat Geddie
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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21Jan 2022 by Pat Geddie
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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