In this article I want to explain the meaning of a legal term that many have heard but not everyone fully understands. That term is liability. So let’s get right into discussing the question, what is liability? The reason it’s so important to understand this concept is that liability really is the core of an injury case. In order...
Continue ReadingPublished Hospital Pricing and How it Affects You Let’s say you hurt your knee in a car accident and your doctor is now telling you-you’ll need a total knee replacement. You want to be sure to get the best care at the best price, so you want to do some research before selecting a hospital and doctor to perform...
Continue ReadingThis is a frequently asked question in my practice. It’s probably no surprise that the answer is, “it depends.” The main factor affecting the duration of a personal injury case is the length of medical treatment. Some people heal quickly, while others heal more slowly. Also different injuries obviously take more time and more treatment than others. Allowing the...
Continue ReadingAn unexpected injury or accident can create havoc in your life. It’s hard to know where to turn for help. You never know when you’ll need a personal injury lawyer. A serious injury disrupts your day-to-day life. The consequences can also be financially devastating. It would be best if you had a personal injury attorney who will fight for...
Continue ReadingContingency Fee Contracts Has anyone ever told you that there’s no such thing as a free lunch? That might be true. But when you arrive at the restaurant, no one asks you for a deposit before the staff will seat you. In fact, most of the time they don’t even bring you the bill until you’ve savored that last...
Continue ReadingSomething’s happened and you’re hurt. Maybe you were rear-ended by a texting driver; maybe you got bit by a dog while out for a walk; maybe you fell on the broken step your landlord still hasn’t fixed. Whatever happened, you’re dealing with an injury and the medical bills that accompany it. You thought about calling a lawyer, but you’re...
Continue ReadingHas anyone ever told you that there’s no such thing as a free lunch? That might be true. But when you arrive at the restaurant, no one asks you for a deposit before the staff will seat you. In fact, most of the time they don’t even bring you the bill until you’ve savored that last bite of dessert....
Continue ReadingSpeaking to an attorney for the first time may seem like a daunting task. During your first consultation, it’s important to know the right questions to ask so that you can find the best attorney for your case. Here are some helpful tips for what to ask your attorney when meeting for the first time. Ask about their experience...
Continue ReadingQuoteWizard, which is an online insurance comparison company, just released the results of a study they had done. They looked at over a million data points to determine car accident rates in cities around the country. They ranked the top 25 worst cities and place Sacramento at number four. A similar study done by QuoteWizard ranked Sacramento drivers as...
Continue ReadingThe Solano Transportation Authority just made a big announcement. The federal government granted $8.8 million to Solano County for traffic safety projects. This is music to my ears. I am a local personal injury lawyer, so I have seen first-hand how car accidents can devastate lives. The planned projects are aimed at the most dangerous intersections and pedestrian crossing...
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