When a plane crash occurs, who is responsible for the accident, and who can be held liable for the losses and damages suffered by the victims or their dependents? The answer to that may not be so straightforward as it depends on the circumstances of the crash. There...
The aftermath of a motor vehicle crash can leave victims with various injuries, some of which may be life-altering. While broken bones, lacerations and other physical trauma are commonly recognized, one of the most profound and devastating consequences can be a spinal...
Even pricey “luxury” resorts don’t always protect their guests from deadly carbon monoxide poisoning. This summer, an American couple was killed by carbon monoxide that leaked into their room at a Hyatt-owned resort in Mexico. The leak was so toxic that first...
If you don’t ride a motorcycle, you may not realize that what seems like a dangerous maneuver you may see motorcyclists doing all the time is legal in California. It’s called “lane splitting” (although it sometimes goes by other names), and California is currently the...
Picture this: you are driving home after a productive day at work when, out of nowhere, you hear a bang. You’ve been hit from behind. And not only is your car damaged, you feel hurt too. Unfortunately, car accidents are not uncommon in California. And if you are...
While even the idea of taking even a short flight in a vintage World War II plane would frighten a lot of people, some history and aviation buffs eagerly pay to do so. There’s something about flying in a vintage aircraft (albeit one that’s been restored and modified)...
If you or a loved one has suffered a serious or catastrophic injury like an amputation of all or part of a limb, multiple broken or shattered bones or even a shoulder dislocation accompanied by muscle tears, you may have already heard the term “orthopedic trauma.”...
A car accident can leave its victims with all kinds of injuries. While some injuries may not require specialized medical attention, others can be fatal. If a loved one loses their life following a car crash, you may pursue the liable party for the resulting economic...
Whenever someone dies as the result of another party’s negligent, reckless or unlawful intentional actions, a wrongful death claim may be filed by the victim’s survivors. However, that’s not the only action they can take. “Survival” actions are often pursued in tandem...
When you are involved in an accident, you will inform your insurance company about it. They will use the information you provide to file a claim against the other party's insurer to compensate you. But what should you tell them? Here is what your insurance company...