Younger truckers are increasingly common on U.S. roads as the trucking industry grapples with shortage of qualified truck drivers. Though all truck drivers need specialized training and a commercial driver’s license (CDL) to operate a tractor-trailer, there is no substitute for experience. Overall, younger drivers are at a greater risk…
Are self-driving or driverless trucks safer than regular trucks? Transportation officials don’t yet have the data to show whether autonomous trucks are a safe alternative to real, live people behind the wheel. In fact, driverless and self-driving trucks have some safety issues that traditional trucks don’t have. Need a truck…
A truck accident can leave you with significant expenses. But if the accident wasn’t your fault, you could recover compensation for your losses under California law. However, the trucking industry is more complex than many people think. Several parties could be to blame for the crash, not just the truck…
Rideshare services like Uber and Lyft are a part of contemporary life, especially in California. But what happens if you get injured in an accident involving one of these popular rideshare vehicles? Your options for pursuing compensation depend on the circumstances. Need a nearby car accident attorney? Visit our office…
If you got hurt in a slip-and-fall accident, you’re likely dealing with costly medical bills, lost wages, and other expenses you never planned for. If someone else’s carelessness caused the accident, California law allows you to seek compensation for your financial losses and pain and suffering. Hiring a lawyer to…
Steps to File a Personal Injury Claim Many innocent Californians suffer injuries in accidents caused by another’s recklessness. When that happens, victims may be entitled to file a personal injury claim against the responsible party or their insurance company to seek compensation. But unless you’ve been through the legal process…
The emotional toll of losing a close family member is immense — particularly when someone else’s recklessness caused their death. If you’ve lost a family member and someone else is to blame, filing a wrongful death claim could be a valid legal option. A wrongful death lawsuit will not ease…
Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) are among the most common and serious injuries people suffer in car accidents. A TBI can severely affect a victim’s memory, speech, motor functions, personality, and other critical bodily functions. While some people fully recover from TBIs, others are left with long-term disabilities. If you or…
Millions of Americans keep dogs as pets. While most are friendly companions, some become aggressive and attack family members, neighbors, or strangers, even when unprovoked. One study found there were approximately 3 million dog bite injuries in the U.S. and more than 50,000 people were admitted to hospital emergency departments…
The trucking industry is vital to the economy and gets goods to where they need to go. But that comes with risks, and truck driver fatigue is one of them. That’s a big deal on the road. Here’s how fatigued truck drivers cause accidents and everything about truck driver fatigue….
