Every year, thousands of people are injured and killed in traffic accidents caused by reckless driving, drivers, many of whom are California residents. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reported that around 42,795 people died in traffic accidents in 2022, a .3% decrease since 2021. However, 2021 marked a 15-year record high for U.S. […]
Bike riding is a past-time enjoyed by millions of people every year. Some do it for fun. Some ride bikes to get exercise. Many do it as a form of primary transportation. However, though bicycle trips only account for about 1% of all trips in the U.S., bicyclists account for more than 2% of fatal […]
Though the news tends to primarily focus on accidents involving cars, trucks, and even bicycles, train accidents are also problematic and happen more often than you might think. Train accidents can cause catastrophic injuries and pedestrian lives, which is why it’s important to contact a train accident attorney immediately if you or your loved one […]
Trauma is one of the leading causes of death globally. And while many different kinds of injuries are categorized as trauma, blunt force trauma injuries are some of the most common. While some blunt force trauma injuries can be minor, such as a small bruise, these types of injuries can also be severe and life-threatening. […]
Motorcyclists are at higher risk of sustaining severe and even life-threatening injuries after an accident because their bodies are more exposed. Even what might be considered a minor accident for someone in a car could be more severe for someone on a motorcycle, especially if they aren’t wearing a helmet. Traumatic brain injuries, for example, […]
Technically, any vehicle can roll over in an accident. It all depends on the individual circumstances of the situation. However, some vehicles are more susceptible to rollover accidents due to how they are designed and how weight is distributed inside the vehicle. And passenger vans are one such vehicle that is more prone to rollover […]
Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) are serious injuries that can significantly alter a person’s life. According to the CDC, there were over 64,000 TBI-related deaths in the U.S. in 2020. Not only are these injuries serious and even fatal, but they can also be costly to pay for. In prior years, the lifetime economic cost of […]