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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10Nov 2021 by Pat Geddie
Was Your Child in a Pedestrian Accident on Halloween?

Was Your Child in a Pedestrian Accident on Halloween?

Personal Injury
Every year on October 31, hoards of pedestrians take to the streets to celebrate Halloween.  This increase in foot traffic is fun, but it also increases the risk to pedestrians of being involved in an injurious accident caused by a motor vehicle. The risks are higher due to both the increase in foot traffic on this specific day, as well as the fact that most people usually trick-or-treat at dusk or after dark. Drivers are not always paying attention and can hit pedestrians who might be difficult to see. Studies have shown that on Halloween, the increased risk of potential injury to pedestrians by vehicular traffic increases significantly. Data shows that most Halloween traffic deaths occur in residential neighborhoods, and a disproportionate amount of the deaths involved minors.  For example,…
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29Oct 2021 by Pat Geddie
How A Fracture Can Disrupt Your Life

How A Fracture Can Disrupt Your Life

Personal Injury
Fractures are a common injury that might not have long-term symptoms, and with the proper treatment, the majority of breaks heal quickly and easily. A broken bone usually takes four to eight weeks to heal, depending on the health and age of the patient, as well as the location and severity of the break. However, there are some fractures that can have a long-term impact on your body, as well as your life. Usually, the length of time that the break takes to heal is dependent on the type of fracture experienced and the amount of damage that has been done to the bone, as well as the surrounding ligaments and muscles. Here are five long-term effects of bone fractures: Nerve damageDecreased strength & increased discomfortJoint problemsAnxiety & depressionInability to…
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12Oct 2021 by Pat Geddie
Recovering from a Brain Injury from a Car Crash

Recovering from a Brain Injury from a Car Crash

Personal Injury
Traumatic brain injury (TBI) is damage to the brain which is caused by an external physical force such as a vehicle accident, a gunshot wound to the head, or a fall. According to the most recent data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), there were nearly 61,000 TBI-related deaths in 2019. Other data from CDC shows that over five years, the leading cause of TBI is falls (47%), which is followed by being hit by an object (15%) and automobile crashes (14%). However, not all TBI is obvious, as one can have a TBI without losing consciousness and may act as if they have not suffered this severe and life-altering injury. For example, people who have been shot have been known to go about doing things with…
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12Oct 2021 by Pat Geddie
Pedestrians Can Suffer Fatal Injuries

Pedestrians Can Suffer Fatal Injuries

Personal Injury
According to the California Office of Traffic Safety, pedestrian safety is not what one may ordinarily assume it is; rather, the latest statistics paint a grim picture as follow: In 2018, 893 pedestrians were killed on California roadways, which is a 26% increase from 2014.In 2018, More than 14,000 pedestrians were injuredPedestrian deaths in California rose 26% percent between 2014 and 2018Almost 7,500 pedestrians have died in California between 2009 and 2018California’s pedestrian fatality rate is nearly 25% higher than the national averageNo state has more pedestrian deaths on its roadways than California Those are staggering numbers and if you are reading this, you might have a loved one who has fallen victim and is now one or more of these statistics. At Jalilvand Law, we have experienced pedestrian accident…
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12Oct 2021 by Pat Geddie
Chronic Pain from Accident-Related Back Injuries

Chronic Pain from Accident-Related Back Injuries

Personal Injury
For those suffering from chronic pain, what you want to know is when the pain will stop and what you can do in the meantime to help cope with the pain. As to the first question, you are presumably being taken care of by medical professionals who can work to manage or eradicate the pain altogether. As to the second question, a Beverly Hills personal injury attorney can help you understand what your rights are and what you need to do. We will fight for you to make sure you are properly compensated for both your economic and non-economic damages. Economic Damages Economic damages are a monetary award given to a victim of an accident who incurred costs and expenses related to their treatment and often loss of income as…
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12Oct 2021 by Pat Geddie
Injuries to Cyclists in Beverly Hills

Injuries to Cyclists in Beverly Hills

Personal Injury
The popularity of bike shares and riding for fitness that has been surging in California has also brought with it a somber statistic - from the year 2016 through 2018, more cyclists died in traffic accidents in California than during any three-year timeframe within the past 25 years. According to California Healthline, traffic accidents killed 455 cyclists in California from 2016 through 2018, according to new data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration analyzed in the publication. Top Three Causes of Injuries to Cyclists 1.     Distracted Driving One of the leading causes of accidents, in general, is distracted driving, and cyclists are not spared from this danger from distracted drivers. Those behind the wheel when a vehicle is moving should only be focused on driving and nothing else. However,…
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12Oct 2021 by Pat Geddie
Steps to Take if You Lost a Loved One in a Crash

Steps to Take if You Lost a Loved One in a Crash

Personal Injury
The death of a loved one is a devastating experience. As your loved one has departed, there are many things that you must remain on top of, even as you mourn them. There are also costs and expenses that you must worry about, but with the help of an experienced personal injury lawyer, navigating the legal process to obtain compensation for the wrongful death of your loved one is made that much easier. Meanwhile, to help build a strong case for you to obtain compensation for the death of your loved one, there are certain things that you must do, which include the following: Gather Evidence The first step and as close to the accident that caused the death as possible is to gather all evidence you can, such as…
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16Sep 2021 by Pat Geddie
Los Camiones de Reparto pueden Golpear a los Peatones

Los Camiones de Reparto pueden Golpear a los Peatones

Personal Injury
Los camiones de reparto desempeñan un papel esencial en nuestra economía moderna. Desafortunadamente, también pueden golpear y herir gravemente a los peatones. No es de extrañar que los camiones grandes causen miles de muertes de peatones al año. Los camiones grandes representan aproximadamente el 15% de todos los accidentes mortales de Camiones. En muchos casos, las víctimas y los familiares sobrevivientes tienen derecho a una compensación por sus pérdidas después de un accidente peatonal que involucró a un camión de reparto. Quién asume la responsabilidad cuando los camiones comerciales golpean a los peatones Cuando los camiones de reparto golpean a los peatones, varias partes podrían ser potencialmente responsables de las pérdidas de las víctimas, que incluyen: ● El conductor ● La empresa responsable del funcionamiento del vehículo. ● El fabricante…
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08Sep 2021 by Pat Geddie
Injuries that Require Surgery

Injuries that Require Surgery

Personal Injury
Millions of Americans suffer different minor and life-threatening injuries annually. Additionally, they can occur while playing or working, on the roads, at home, or even relaxing indoors. In most cases, accidental injuries are minor and resolve on their own with minimal care. That said, some injuries are serious and require surgery to repair. If you sustained injuries that required surgery in an accident, there is a good chance that you are entitled to compensation for your losses. Call our office to discuss your case with an experienced Beverly Hills personal injury attorney. Common Injuries Needing Surgery The following injuries may require a patient to undergo expensive surgeries to cure. Internal organ damage - Some accidents can puncture lungs and other vital body organs, necessitating surgeries. Such injuries can also trigger…
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