A car accident can total your car and cause serious injuries. You can’t work, and medical bills are stacking up on the table. How will you get through this time? Do you have options to receive payment for your injuries? When you are in a car crash caused by another person, you may seek damages for your medical bills, lost income, property damage, and pain and suffering. Learn below how to get paid the highest possible amount after a car accident. To discuss a possible case in your specific situation, speak to a car accident attorney in your area today for additional information. Car accident l ..read more

You were in a car accident through no fault of your own and have severe injuries. You understand that if you prove the other driver was negligent, you can receive compensation for your medical bills and lost earnings. However, there is often more to personal injury claims and the compensation you may receive, such as pain and suffering. How does the law define pain and suffering, and how much can you receive after a severe accident? Below is some brief information about how pain and suffering works in a car accident claim. Always discuss how much you can get for your own pain and suffering wit ..read more

Tractor-trailers are big, heavy, and complicated vehicles that can cause horrifying damage in motor vehicle accidents. The law requires that owners keep commercial trucks well maintained and safe for the road, but carriers may choose profits over expensive repairs. That’s why some companies don’t maintain their vehicles properly, potentially leading to truck mechanical failures that cause severe accidents. These severe accidents can seriously injure other motorists with head injuries, spinal cord damage, internal bleeding, burns, amputations, etc. If you suffered an injury due to a commercial ..read more

After a car accident, one of the last things you want to worry about is the mountain of medical bills that can follow. Yet, for many victims, this financial burden can become a reality. Unfortunately, not everyone can withstand the burden associated with medical expenses following a car crash. The question “How do I pay my medical bills?” will most likely come up sooner rather than later. With the help of a car accident lawyer, however, you can pay your medical bills without having to tap into your emergency savings. We will discuss who pays medical bills in a car accident, how to calculate me ..read more

In the context of personal injury law, the term “pain and suffering” is often mentioned when an injured person seeks monetary compensation. After an injury, you should understand what this category of damages means and what impact it can have on the value of a personal injury claim. It is also equally important to know how to calculate pain and suffering and how much money you can get in compensation for these damages. Below are some ways pain and suffering damages are calculated, what factors affect these calculations, and why you need a personal injury attorney to seek these damages in a per ..read more

The aftermath of a truck accident can be disorienting and overwhelming. Victims of these accidents often look for answers about what happened. In these critical moments, one piece of technology can be the key to understanding how the accident occurred and who can be held liable: the “black box.” Officially known as an electronic control module (ECM) or event data recorder (EDR), black boxes in trucks are similar to the devices found in aircraft that record and store vital data about the performance and condition of an aircraft in flight. Understanding the technicalities of the retrieval, acces ..read more

After a car accident, it is normal to have countless questions on your mind, such as, “Should I hire an attorney?” or “When is the right time to call a lawyer?” Generally speaking, the answers to these two questions are: “Definitely” and “As soon as possible.” Having a Bakersfield car accident attorney by your side can assist you in safeguarding your legal rights and striving for a settlement that adequately addresses your damages. Below, we review the circumstances when you need legal representation after a car accident. Schedule A Free Consultation When You Need an Attorney After a Car Accid ..read more

Each year, about 80,000 people suffer non-fatal injuries in motorcycle accidents. Given that motorcycles lack the enclosure and safety features of other vehicles, bike riders, and passengers account for the vast majority of those injured motorcycle accident victims. Even though motorcycle riders are the ones who suffer the most when involved in an accident, they often face accusations of fault from other drivers and insurance companies. Unfortunately, it is not uncommon for motorcyclists to deal with biases against them when seeking compensation. If you think you are partly to blame for the ac ..read more

Suffering a brain injury after an accident can mean that you have a long road to recovery. Motorcyclists are more likely to get into accidents that cause brain injuries. Your recovery after a motorcycle accident can get very expensive. If you or a loved one has suffered an injury in an accident, contact an Bakersfield brain injury lawyer immediately to protect your legal right to compensation. Schedule A Free Consultation Motorcycle Accident Statistics The National Safety Council (NSC) has published motorcycle accident statistics for several years. Some of the most important facts for traveler ..read more

There is a lot to do after a car accident. Settling your case is one of the most important things to consider after a traffic accident. However, if this is your first time getting into a traffic crash, you might not know how car accident settlements work. An experienced car accident attorney can guide you through the settlement process. Contact a Bakersfield car accident attorney today to start your journey toward full and fair compensation. Schedule A Free Consultation How Long Do Most Car Accident Settlements Take? It is normal to wonder how long a car accident case will take to settle. Ther ..read more