31Jan 2022 by Pat Geddie
What to Expect at Your First Consultation with an Injury Lawyer

What to Expect at Your First Consultation with an Injury Lawyer

Auto Accident
A common question we get asked as Beverly Hills injury lawyers is what to expect at an initial consultation and whether you need to prepare. In general, your first meeting with a lawyer will simply involve talking about your accident and getting to know each other. Read on to learn more. Understanding Your Case The first thing an injury lawyer will do is try to understand all the facts about your accident. If you have a police report, copy of your insurance policy, medical records, or any photos, definitely bring those with you to give the lawyer as much information as possible. Legal Concerns At your initial consultation, your lawyer will likely make an initial legal assessment regarding the strength of your case. In the event that the attorney believes…
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31Jan 2022 by Pat Geddie

Should You Accept an Insurance Settlement?

Auto Accident
You may be surprised to learn that the overwhelming majority of personal injury cases settle before either party sets foot in a courtroom. That said, accepting a settlement offer is a significant decision, and it’s hard to know when it’s time to do so. Read on to learn more. How Insurance Settlement Negotiations Work Like any negotiation, the party that generally throws out the first number is going to start with a low number. There is always the off chance that the other party will accept this low figure because they simply need money quickly. Insurance companies are no different. This is one huge reason why it is helpful to have an expert advocating for you, someone like a personal injury lawyer who handles lots of car accident claims. Why…
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31Jan 2022 by Pat Geddie
How Can You Prove Another Driver Was Drunk

How Can You Prove Another Driver Was Drunk

Auto Accident
Drunk driving is a serious problem in Southern California and the rest of the country. When a person drives under the influence of alcohol, they can cause serious, injury-causing accidents. In fact, UC Berkeley reported that over one thousand Californians were killed in alcohol-related accidents in a recent year. In the event that you were injured by a drunk driver, you should contact a Beverly Hills car accident lawyer as soon as you can. Record Everything If you believe the driver who hit you had been drinking, call 911 immediately. Tell the dispatcher that the driver appears to be intoxicated. You can use your cell phone to take videos on the accident scene until the first responders are on the scene. Be sure that no one needs medical or other…
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31Jan 2022 by Pat Geddie
Injuries to Children in Car Crashes

Injuries to Children in Car Crashes

Auto Accident
As injury attorneys, our Beverly Hills law firm is committed to advocating for children who’ve been injured in car crashes. Despite tougher, more strict car seat laws, children still remain vulnerable and often sustain extremely serious injuries. Statistics Despite the fact that car crashes involving children have seen over a 50% reduction in deaths since 1975, the fact remains that there are many preventable deaths still occurring. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) reports that there are still California parents not restraining their kids in cars, particularly toddlers. Despite this tremendous reduction in the last 3 decades, car crashes remain the leading cause of death for children under 14. Injuries Children Face Like adults, children are susceptible to any type of injury in a car crash: Spinal cord injuriesTraumatic…
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24Jan 2022 by Pat Geddie
Cuánta Compensación Puede Obtener Después De Un Accidente Automovilístico

Cuánta Compensación Puede Obtener Después De Un Accidente Automovilístico

Auto Accident
Como bufete de abogados de lesiones personales de Beverly Hills, la gente nos hace preguntas como estas todos los días. La realidad es que ni siquiera podemos adivinar el valor de su reclamo sin conocer los detalles de su caso. Su compensación estará determinada por una variedad de factores, principalmente en relación con las pérdidas en las que incurrió debido al accidente y las lesiones resultantes. Podemos evaluar su situación y darle una idea de lo que podría esperar si puede presentar un reclamo por accidente automovilístico. Gastos Médicos Las lesiones graves necesitan atención médica inmediata y es posible que necesite un tratamiento continuo durante semanas, meses o incluso años. Nunca evite la ayuda médica debido a preocupaciones sobre el costo, ya que obtener el diagnóstico y el tratamiento que…
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24Jan 2022 by Pat Geddie
El Error Del Conductor Del Camión Suele Ser El Culpable En Un Accidente

El Error Del Conductor Del Camión Suele Ser El Culpable En Un Accidente

Auto Accident
Nuestro bufete de abogados de accidentes de camiones de Beverly Hills representa a muchas víctimas de accidentes, y una cosa que podemos decir es que el error del conductor del camión a menudo es el culpable. Piense en el estrés de las vacaciones que sufren los conductores de camiones, por ejemplo, combinado con las condiciones de conducción invernales que pueden conducir fácilmente a errores y colisiones. Las siguientes son algunas formas en que puede mantenerse seguro siempre que sea posible y, en caso de un accidente, comuníquese con nuestra firma para una evaluación gratuita de su caso. Nunca Conduzca En Los Puntos Ciegos De Un Camión Si no puede ver los espejos de un camión, el conductor no puede verlo a usted. Recuerde que el punto ciego de un camión…
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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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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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