If you’ve been in a car accident, it’s likely that you’ve suffered some injury to your neck or back. Whether it’s immediately after the accident, a few hours later when the adrenaline has worn off, or the next morning, you might notice stiffness or pain in your neck or back. So, what should you do? Visit a Local Chiropractor...
Continue ReadingWhiplash is one of the first things that comes to mind when people think of injuries from a car accident. And while whiplash is a common neck injury, especially from rear-end collisions, it isn’t the only neck injury from car accidents. Anatomy of the Neck Most people are familiar with the image of the spinal column, or vertebrae, that runs...
Continue ReadingSometimes on the news, you hear of someone being awarded a settlement for “pain and suffering.” What exactly does that mean? In a personal injury case, people are often compensated for their medical bills, lost wages, and other seemingly measurable damages. But pain and suffering may not seem so straightforward. What is pain and suffering and how is it...
Continue ReadingIf you’ve been injured in a car accident, you might find yourself googling something like, “experienced personal injury lawyer in 94533”. If you’re starting to feel embarrassed because you have done this, don’t! That actually isn’t a bad place to start. Find a Lawyer Nearby When you’re looking for a lawyer, it is best to choose one near you. If...
Continue ReadingNo two cases are exactly the same, but one thing about our clients is nearly universal: the smiles on their faces when their cases are settled. Jerry, one of our recent clients, said, “I’m happy. I got a great big smile!” Great big smiles like Jerry’s are a sight we love to see. People naturally feel a sense of...
Continue ReadingWhat do I do if I’ve been in an accident in an Uber? Have you ever stopped to think about what to do if you’re in an accident in an Uber? Many people have not. But if you ever use Uber or another ride-sharing company to get from point A to point B, you should. Since 2011, traffic deaths have...
Continue ReadingIf you’ve been injured in an accident, you might be surprised to know that going to court isn’t your only option. In fact, it is unlikely that you will need to step foot in a courtroom at all to be compensated for damages. Data shows that only about 5% of personal injury cases ever go to trial. What about the...
Continue ReadingIn this article I want to discuss what you should do if your injuries are caused by an accident that may be partially your fault. When someone gets hurt badly in an accident that might be partly their fault, a lot of people might be wondering if they even have a claim at all. Can you still get compensation...
Continue ReadingIn 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...
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