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$8.3 Million-Pedestrian vs. Car Accident
Client wins $8.3 Million after sustaining a traumatic brain injury while working at a food truck who denied his employment but was found responsible under Labor Code 3708.
$2.3 Million — Sexual Assault
Victim was sexually assault while a patient in a rehabilitation facility.
$1 Million – Car Accident
Settlement of orthopedic neck and back injuries when client’s vehicle collided with illegally parked vehicle on side of roadway.
$6.8 Million – Sexual Assault
School district’s settlement for five victims of grooming and sexual abuse by one of its teachers.
$4.5 Million – Car Accident
Client was t-boned by vehicle on its way to work resulting in orthopedic neck and back injuries.
$4.5 Million – Product Defect
Consumer product exploded resulting in amputation of client’s fingers and permanent nerve damage.
$3.9 Million – Birth Injury
Medical professionals took responsibility where client suffered significant brain injury at birth due to jaundice.
$3.5 Million – Premises Liability
Bar owner and manager held responsible for inadequate training and supervision of its employees who caused client severe brain injury because of a fight.
$1.4 Million – Pedestrian VS Truck
Heirs of decedent recovery for death of their mother struck by a passenger van while she was crossing the street at night.
$14.5 Million – bicycle vs. truck accident
Client was rear-ended on bicycle by vehicle resulting in permanent brain injury.
$1 Million – Pedestrian VS Truck
Pedestrian obtains policy limits for truck taking an unsafe right turn resulting in the back wheels fracturing his pelvis.
$9 Million – Pedestrian VS Vehicle Accident
Six people run over by errant driver due to a defectively designed roadway. $2.8 million recovered on behalf of our two clients for neck and back injuries.
WHY CHOOSE US ?
The Injury Law Firm gives voice to victims of serious accidents that seek high caliper representation. The cornerstones of our firm’s efficiency, hard-work, and commitment delivers superior results for our clients with personal attention and support throughout the process. Treating our clients like family set us apart from all other firms.
With tragedy such as this you want an experienced litigation attorney to aggressively navigate you through the world of catastrophic personal injury.
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The Best Thing You Can Do After A Car Accident Is Hire A Lawyer. But Why?
Car accidents are common, and many people think they can handle it on their own. But that’s not the case. A lot of things can go wrong, and the consequences can be life-changing. When you’re in an accident, it’s easy to panic and make bad decisions. And if you don’t have legal representation, there will be plenty of people trying to take advantage of your situation—including insurance companies and other drivers who may have caused the accident. That’s why it’s essential to hire a lawyer as soon as possible after an accident occurs.
The car accident you just had may seem like an accident now. But soon, it could become a nightmare. Even if you don’t think you were at fault for the crash, it’s possible that you could be named in a lawsuit against the other driver or their insurance company. And if you are responsible, you can bet that they’ll want to get as much money out of you as possible.
That’s where we come in: The Injury Law Firm is a team of experienced lawyers who can help you fight back and get compensation for your injuries. You were just minding your own business, driving along in the car you’ve had for years, when suddenly—WHOOSH! A flash of brown and a screech of brakes. A truck has veered into your lane, and now you’re trapped.
Know that you’re not alone. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, there are over 6 million car accidents that occur every year in the United States. That number doesn’t even include the smaller fender-benders that don’t require an emergency room visit or hospitalization. It also doesn’t include the hundreds of thousands of people who are injured each year while riding bicycles or motorcycles. And if you’re one of those injured bicyclists or motorcycle riders, we know how much it hurts—and how much it costs to get back on your feet again.
We’re here for you—not just after your accident, but all through your recovery process. We can help with everything from getting medical care for any injuries sustained during the accident to negotiating with insurance companies to get fair treatment and compensation for your pain and suffering. We’ll fight for your rights—and make sure you get what’s coming to you!
And if you don’t have an experienced lawyer on your side? Your chances of recovering damages from the person who caused this accident are much lower—and it’s not just because they might be in trouble with the law. It’s also because they will likely have an insurance company that wants to protect them from paying out any money at all. They will fight hard to minimize your recovery or even deny it altogether.
When you are involved in a car accident, the last thing you want to do is wait. You’re likely shaken up and confused about what to do next. You could be dealing with injuries, medical bills and lost wages. The thought of having to deal with the insurance company makes you sick to your stomach.
Don’t assume that everything will be fine if you just call your insurance company. In fact, it’s not uncommon for people who’ve been in car accidents to be taken advantage of by the insurance companies they call. These companies know that most people don’t know what their rights are after an accident, so they take advantage of this and often tell them things like:
“You can’t sue us!”
“We’ll pay for all of your medical bills!”
“If you don’t accept our offer, we’ll drop your claim.”
But here’s the thing: these aren’t true statements! And if you say “yes” to one of these things without talking to a lawyer first, you could end up losing money or not having any kind of justice at all.
The Injury Law Firm can help you fight back against these tactics and get what’s owed to you after an injury caused by someone else’s negligence. We’ll provide expert legal counsel every step of the way so that you can focus on recovering from your injuries. Let us help. We know what it takes to get through your case, because we’ve done it thousands of times before. Our firm has recovered millions of dollars for our clients. We will take care of all the details so that you don’t have to worry about one thing while you focus on getting healthy again and getting back on your feet.
WHAT INJURIES OCCUR IN A REAR-END CAR ACCIDENT
Rear-end car crashes result in a myriad of physical and cognitive injuries – from minor aches in neck and head to a severe traumatic brain injury. There is an average of 1.7 million rear-end collisions that occur in the United States every year. Nearly 500,000 people are injured while 1,700 die. These crashes make up almost one-third of all crashes in the United States most of which are caused by distracted drivers according to the National Highway Traffic Safety. Other factors include:
- Poor brake lights
- Sudden Stops
- Improper Following Distances
- Speeding
- Texting while driving
- Unclear Lane markings and traffic signs
- Weather Conditions
- Visibility
MECHANISM OF INJURIES
When a person is in a rear-end car accident, the forces from behind cause the head and neck to suddenly hyperextend forward and then backward. This is sometimes called a cervical acceleration-deceleration injury. When the forces come back into the headrest, the neck and back can be compressed causing axial loading on the spine. Four phases occur during “whiplash” type injury to the head and neck: Initial position (before the collision), retraction, extension, and rebound. This hyperextension results in tearing of the muscles, nerves, and tendons. It can cause bones to shift and even fragment. In worse cases, it can cause the brain to sheer and twist in the skull depending on the nature and severity of the rear-end collision. This is sometimes called a coup-contra-coup injury where the brain is accelerated into the cranium as the head and neck hyperextend and is then accelerated into the other side as the head and neck rebound.
TYPES OF INJURY
Like many personal injury cases, the nature and extent of the injury caused by a rear-end collision depend upon the person involved in the crash and the forces placed upon them. A lot can be determined by the physical damage to the property and the nature of the impact to calculate how much force was involved in the crash. This is often called the Delta V. It also depends upon the health and makeup of the occupants. For example, someone who is more fragile would require less force to cause an injury. Types of injuries that are common include:
- Headaches at the base of the skull
- Neck pain and stiffness
- Muscle Spasm
- Loss of range of motion
- Radiating Pain Down the Arms, Chest, and Back
- Dizziness
- Fatigue
Rarer, but just as likely conditions, including spinal cord damage, ruptured disks, stroke, visual disturbances, problems hearing, and traumatic brain injury.
WHAT SHOULD YOU DO AFTER A REAR-END COLLISION?
If you were involved in a rear-end car accident, several things must be done to protect yourself.
- Most Important, check for injuries to yourself and the other people in the vehicle.
- Call 911 so police and paramedics arrive to address your health concerns and document what happened.
- Get immediate medical attention even if you do not think you are that injuries as many injuries don’t present for days.
- Call a lawyer you trust to help you navigate through the claims process and assist in getting you any additional medical treatment you need.
Insurance companies will try to minimize these damages that can have prolonged and life-altering effects that will affect a person’s quality of life. Just because the property damage is smaller does not mean the damages to the occupant are insignificant. A lawyer will make sure you are taken seriously and hold the insurance company responsible for all the pain and discomfort caused by this car crash.
The Injury Law Firm has over 20 years of experience handling rear-end car accident and truck accident cases. If you have sustained injuries because of a rear-end car crash, an attorney at our firm can help you recover financial compensation for the losses you have suffered, including medical bills, property damage, lost wages, and pain and suffering. Call us today at (844) 311-1100 to schedule a free consultation with legal team to see if we can help.
Truck Accidents Tragedies On The Rise During The Holiday Season
With all the holiday cheer and sharing celebrations, trucking companies and logistic brokers like UPS, Fed Ex and Amazon are busily helping deliver gifts around the global as Santa’s little helpers. With traffic congestion at 36% more vehicles on the road, and large volumes of transported goods, the risk of devastating crashes resulting in significant injuries increases. By example, The Washington Post reports that FedEx delivers nearly 300 million parcels during the holidays, while USPS delivers nearly 600 million packages.
What are the Reasons For So Many Crashes?
With family road trips for the holidays and the spirit of gift-giving, thousands of miles of roads are driven. put many miles on their vehicles as they travel to family gatherings, some hundreds of miles away. This traffic leads to a high number of motor vehicle accidents, many involving semi-trucks whose numbers are higher during holidays just due to demand. This substantially increases the grave risk of serious if not fatal accidents as the family car is no match for the size of these trucks. Some reasons for these horrific crashes include:
- Schedule restrictions
- Increased traffic
- Increased construction
- Weather
- Lack of drivers
- Lack of adequately trained drivers
- Fatigue, health condition, or substance abuse by drivers
- Poorly maintained truck fleets
Regardless of the cause, it is critical to retain an experienced truck accident attorney to help you investigate your case and determine liable parties. With a knowledgeable truck accident lawyer on your side, we can hold the profit-minded trucking company responsible for your injuries.
How Can You Help?
Although nearly impossible, the best way to stay safe is to stay home when traffic is congested avoiding the risk of being exposed to large trucks and commercial vehicles. Otherwise, always practice safe defensive driving technics. You can also install a reliable dash camera to capture evidence if something happens while driving. Avoid sitting next to or in the blind spot of any commercial vehicles. Remember to keep your distance especially during inclement weather or avoid being on the road altogether. Finally, don’t rush. Leave early enough and plan time so you are not enticed to exceed the speed limit or take any risks to reach your destination.
How Can We Help?
If you or someone you know is one of the unfortunate ones that have suffered the fate of being involved in a trucking accident, it requires significant assessment and skills to evaluate liability, determines fault, facilitate treatment, and obtain compensation for the often-catastrophic damages. With every effort to highlight truck safety and awareness, we work vigorously to advocate for stronger truck safety and obtain the justice you deserve. If you have been involved in a truck accident, call The Injury Law Firm to see how we can help you begin your journey to recovery.