Lawsuits for Wrongful Death Motorcycle Accidents in California In recent years, motorcycle accident deaths have been on the rise. Just between 2019 and 2020, fatal motorcycle accidents increased by 11%. But over the past ten years as a whole, they have increased by 20%. While these tragic accidents can happen for many reasons, such as […]
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Compensation for Serious Motorcycle Accident Injuries to the Neck
Despite the fact that motorcycles only make up about 0.6% of vehicles traveling the roads each year in the U.S., they account for 18% of occupant fatalities and 4% of injuries. And over the past ten years, in particular, motorcycle accident deaths have increased by 27%. The issue is that motorcyclists have less protection for […]
The Importance of Selecting the Best Lawyer for Personal Injury Claims
If you’ve been injured in a California car accident, it’s crucial that you work with the best lawyer for personal injury that can best handle your case. Personal injury lawyers play a critical role in how much compensation you recover for the injuries and other damages you have suffered. The right attorney with the right […]
What Type of Insurance for Bicycles Will Cover My California Bicycle Claim?
California is a popular state for bicyclists, especially in some of the bigger cities like San Francisco and Los Angeles. With beautiful, sunny weather practically year-round, who wouldn’t want to spend more time outside on a bike? Unfortunately, just as California is a dangerous state for car traffic, it is also one of the most […]
Why is California Ebike Insurance So Important?
Do you have insurance to protect you after an ebike crash? Now’s a good time to review the basics of ebike insurance to see whether you’re fully covered. If you own an ebike, you’re part of a nationwide movement to make traveling more affordable and accessible. In California and across the nation, ebikes are now […]
$600,000 California Rideshare Passenger Accident Settlement
Have you ever seen a horrific traffic accident and wondered what happened afterward? This is the story of a real rideshare accident where the team at Sally Morin Personal Injury Lawyers helped a California traffic accident survivor claim the compensation they deserved. An environmental planner was a passenger in a rideshare vehicle traveling near Portola […]
$500,000 Pedestrian Accident Settlement
An elderly California resident was struck by a car while walking home from the grocery store. She was using the crosswalk at 7th Avenue and Judah Street in the Sunset District of San Francisco when a driver failed to yield the right-of-way and turned left. California pedestrian accidents like this are all too common and […]
What is the Difference Between Actual and Punitive Damages?
Please be advised that the following topic is for informational purposes only and not a legal matter currently handled by our firm. If you need further assistance regarding this particular topic, you can contact your local Bar Association for a referral to an attorney who may be able to address your inquiry in more detail. When you […]
Is Hydroplaning an At-Fault Accident?
Please be advised that the following topic is for informational purposes only and not a legal matter currently handled by our firm. If you need further assistance regarding this particular topic, you can contact your local Bar Association for a referral to an attorney who may be able to address your inquiry in more detail. The weather […]
Can I Recover Compensation as a Pedestrian Injured in an E-Scooter Accident?
The use of e-scooters is becoming increasingly common, especially in major cities like Los Angeles and San Francisco. Unfortunately, riders do not always operate these scooters with precaution, and they can cause accidents the same as drivers operating any other motor vehicle. And while California law requires e-scooters to be ridden on the road or […]