There is no ideal car accident to be in, but a T-bone accident can be truly devastating. A T-bone accident occurs when the side of one vehicle is struck head-on by the front of another vehicle. The vehicles form the shape of a “T” at the point of impact. There is generally little to no time to brace for...
Continue ReadingDistracted driving has always been a danger on the road. In 2020, distracted driving claimed the lives of 3,142 people. However, distracted driving has never been as prevalent as it is today. While cell phones and dashboard technology are convenient, they also increase opportunities for distractions and collisions. Every phone call, text message, GPS instruction, and music playlist change...
Continue ReadingIf you have lost a loved one due to the negligence or wrongdoing of another, you may be entitled to compensation. In general, there are two types of actions that you can file after you have lost someone: a wrongful death action and a survival action. The two actions are similar, but they do have important differences. This article discusses...
Continue ReadingWhat are my legal options if a dog bites me? I know I can sue for a severe bite, but can I sue for a minor dog bite? Every day, about 1,000 people are treated in a hospital for non-fatal, dog bite-related injuries. Even more staggering, California continues to have the highest number of dog bite-related claims in the...
Continue ReadingMost people do not expect to be harmed when receiving medical treatment. When you seek assistance with a health condition and are injured, you understandably might feel confused, angry, and betrayed. If you believe your injuries resulted from the negligence of a healthcare professional, you might be eligible to bring a medical malpractice claim and seek compensation. Don’t rely...
Continue ReadingDepending on how an accident happens, insurance policies offer different types of wrongful death coverage in California. But even when an insurance policy does provide compensation, wrongful death insurance coverage amounts may not always restore a person’s total losses. Hiring a personal injury lawyer to work with insurance companies will help assure that you obtain a favorable settlement. An...
Continue ReadingYou were in a minor car accident. No police report was filed. What happens? Now, most people report accidents to the police. And most reported accidents result in a police officer’s visit to the scene. However, sometimes the police fail to respond, or people neglect to report the accident when they think it’s only a fender bender. Because California...
Continue ReadingKnee injuries are excruciating. While knee injuries caused by sports injuries and slip-and-fall accidents don’t surprise us, most of us aren’t as familiar with these injuries caused by car accidents. But they are some of the most common injuries after a car wreck. And they can range from minor swelling to sprains, dislocations, ligament tears, and knee fractures. Unfortunately,...
Continue ReadingAccording to data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), more than 38,000 people in the U.S. died in car accidents in 2020. In California, the number tops 3,558 — five times the national average. Driver error causes the majority of these car accidents. However, the type of car a person drives is often responsible for whether they...
Continue ReadingThe National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reported economic costs of $65,815 for a moderate crash injury to the lower extremity, including a broken leg. With a severe injury, the costs increase to $406,593. If you’re searching for the average settlement for a broken leg, the personal injury attorneys at Wells Call Injury Attorneys can help. Contact us today to...
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