As driverless or automated vehicles become more and more common on the road, there has also been an increase in the number of traffic accidents involving them. When a driver or pedestrian is injured in an accident involving an autonomous vehicle, the injury victim may not know who is responsible for the accident, which can … Read more
A simple misstep after a California car accident can jeopardize your claim against an insurance company, which in a personal injury case means you could lose thousands of dollars. Therefore, it is crucial that you understand what NOT to do after a car accident. Before discussing the 5 most common mistakes people make after a … Read more
A psychological injury is a condition that develops as a result of a traumatic event. This type of condition can affect a person’s ability to perform routine personal and work tasks. In general, the types of traumatic events that give rise to psychological injuries are those that occur unexpectedly, leaving the person affected with a … Read more
A vehicle accident is one of the most shocking and disturbing experiences a person can encounter in their life. Among the consequences of this event are not only physical and emotional recovery (which can take years and have many consequences), but also financial recovery after the incident. For many people, this latest recovery may seem … Read more
If you have recently been injured from a fall on a sidewalk in Los Angeles, you may be wondering if you have a personal injury claim. A walkway or sidewalk with cracks, ice, or uneven surfaces, puts pedestrians and users at risk of falling and suffering physical harm. If this happens to you, you may … Read more
According to information given by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, an air bag can inflate in less than 1/20 of a second. Between 1987 and 2017, these bags saved more than 50,000 lives. But what if your airbags don’t deploy during a traffic accident? If your airbags failed to function during an accident, you … Read more
If you are considering filing a personal injury claim, you may be wondering how much goes in your pocket if the case settles. Typically, the answer depends on how much was spent to get to a settlement in your case. Costs related to your claim include attorney’s fees, case costs, medical liens and expenses. These … Read more
While the California courts allow anyone to take legal action on their own, as long as they are not acting as executor, trustee, or agent (all of whom must be represented by attorneys in court), this decision is highly discouraged. Many downplay the need to hire a personal injury attorney without realizing the advantages they … Read more
Filing a personal injury lawsuit can be stressful, and you may have many questions about how the process works. Generally speaking, a case is not filed immediately, and your attorney will first try to negotiate a resolution of your claim. However, if negotiations are not productive, or if you must file to avoid missing your … Read more
Like many small law firm owners, Deena Buchanan found her team spending lots of their time sifting through leads for their business—valuable time that could have focused on paying clients. The Wrong Clients Were a Bottleneck At the time, Buchanan Law focused on representing employees who faced discrimination or retaliation from their employers. It’s an … Read more