You were hurt in an accident that wasn’t your fault. You accrued a mountain of medical bills and lost the income you needed from work to pay them off. Now you’re doing the smart thing — you’re considering filing a personal injury claim. But how can you win? There are…
You were sure the circumstances of your car accident were solidly in your favor. Your friends and family agreed. Everyone said your personal injury case was a slam-dunk win for you. So why did you lose? Every case is different. For this reason, outcomes are also different. Here are some…
When you encounter a fully loaded long-haul truck beside you at 70 miles per hour, your very survival may depend on whether the driver is fully alert. Unfortunately, fatigue is widely reported as a cause of truck accidents. Sleep apnea may be the reason why. Researchers at Virginia Tech recently…
After you’ve been seriously injured in a car accident in Pasadena, CA, negotiating a full and fair settlement with an insurance company is just the beginning. It’s also important to prepare yourself for the tax implications that may cut into your net payout. Your personal injury lawyer should take your…
People often worry about work and exercise after a car accident. One of the first questions California crash victims often ask is how soon they can get back to their jobs and the gym. Many wonder whether going back too soon will cause them to forfeit their injury claim. While…
You’re standing at the rental car counter stressed about whether to buy extra insurance. Take comfort. The customers around you are probably just as confused over the same question. There’s no doubt that car insurance is essential. You need coverage to protect yourself and others if an accident happens. But…
Many people have the false impression that driving after one drink is OK. The truth is that even one glass of wine can make you legally drunk. Many factors affect a person’s tolerance for alcohol. The number of drinks consumed is only one of them. For example, a joint study…
Driving near trucks can make even the best motorists nervous. While every driver should be cautious, it’s also important not to make assumptions about trucks or truckers based on stories you’ve heard from others. Here, Pasadena truck accident lawyer Pius Joseph breaks down some of the most common myths about…
Truck drivers hit the road every day to transport goods nationwide. While many drive responsibly — as they’re required to do by law — some may be unqualified for the job, poorly trained, or just plain careless. The fact is, dangerous truck drivers are often on the roads because irresponsible…
Attorney Pius Joseph of the Law Offices of Pius Joseph – Personal Injury Attorney recently secured a $2.7 million jury verdict for an airport mechanic who suffered a traumatic brain injury and orthopedic injuries after being struck by a luggage vehicle operated by an untrained driver. The plaintiff,…
