Dog Bites are extremely prevalent in the United States. Each year, approximately 4.5 million Americans are bitten by dogs. About twenty percent of dog bites result in the need for medical attention. Dog bites accounted for one third of all homeowner’s liability claims in 2015. *These statistics come from a… CONTINUE
Minimizing the Severity of Potential Injuries While Riding a Motorcycle
Always wear a protective helmet, a thick jacket, sturdy pants, and thick gloves. Good protective gear will mitigate the severity of your injuries if you are injured in a motorcycle accident.
Motorcycle Accidents and Drunk Driving
Absolutely never operate a motorcycle while intoxicated. If you consume any alcohol whatsoever, be mindful if you are also taking prescription medications, many of which should never be combined with alcohol. If you are found to be under the influence, it will be difficult to prove that you are not… CONTINUE
Motorcycle Accidents and Public Entities
There are situations where we have had to litigate motorcycle accidents caused by defective road conditions. We have successfully litigated road design cases against cities, counties, CalTrans, and utility companies.
Should I speak with the other party’s insurance adjuster after an accident?
No! Speak with an experienced injury lawyer. Do not give a detailed statement to the other party’s insurance adjuster, especially if they want to tape record it. Do not sign waivers and releases for them to obtain your entire medical history. Do not provide them your Social Security number. Some… CONTINUE
Preventing Serious Injuries While Riding a Motorcycle
Motorcyclists are inherently vulnerable to accidents that cause death and catastrophic injuries. Ride defensively. Use your lights. Maintain a safe distance from other vehicles. Scan for traffic far out so that you can anticipate potential problems upstream. Avoid situations that are beyond your skill and experience. I advise my motorcyclist… CONTINUE
Multiple Injury Victims in a Motorcycle Accident
Let’s say your friend is riding a motorcycle in San Francisco and you are his injured passenger. Could a motorcycle accident lawyer take both of them as clients? If there is a real dispute as to whether your friend might be at fault, this means you, the motorcycle passenger, may… CONTINUE
Special licenses to operate motorcycles in California: If I don’t have a motorcycle license, and I get into an accident, what does that do to my case?
Believe it or not, you may still have a case. If your license is expired, suspended, or revoked, and you get into an accident that is not your fault, you should still consult a capable injury attorney.
Would my insurance company ever argue the possibility that there was some comparative negligence, or that I was careless or caused it myself?
They could. It depends on the facts. Even though it is a hit-and-run situation, your insurance company is still entitled to examine how its own insured was conducting himself. For example, was the motorcyclist driving too fast? Was the motorcyclist changing lanes in a dangerous fashion? Did the motorcyclist fail… CONTINUE
Hit-and-Run Motorcycle Accidents and Uninsured Motorist Insurance
In the event that the hit-and-run driver escaped and was never located, there still may be recovery for your damages from your own insurance company. In an under-insured motorist case where a motorcyclist is a victim, we would file a claim and an arbitration demand with the motorcyclist’s insurance company…. CONTINUE
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