Teen deaths mount as texting and distracted driving becomes a problem

On behalf of Rooney Law Firm posted in Car Accidents Parents, teachers and guardians of children throughout the great state of California really do not want to hear a call, of the day when their child receives his or her driver’s license, as teens are and can be a dangerous bunch when it comes to getting […]

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We know that you don't need to deal with the financial devastation that occurs after a car accident.

Oct 16, 2017 rooney 0 comments
DRIVING IN RAINY WEATHER PRESENTS VERY SPECIFIC DANGERS

Rainy days aren’t something that most people look forward to. For drivers on the public roadways, rainy days are a special source of concern. Rain makes the roadways slippery, which introduces distinct difficulties for drivers. We know that nobody goes out onto the roadways thinking that he or she is going to be involved in […]

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We know that being injured in a car accident can lead to considerable expenses.

Aug 25, 2017 rooney 0 comments
AGGRESSIVE ACTION IS VITAL AFTER A CAR ACCIDENT INJURY

In our last post, we discussed how self-driving cars might alter the scope of personal injury claims when those cars are involved in an accident. That brings up an important point about personal injury claims — determining who is at fault is one of the most important steps in the case. We can help you […]

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Proper nutrition to maintain a healthy body and mind is promoted by the DMV. A checklist can be accessed that will help seniors determine if they should talk to their doctors about any issues.

Aug 02, 2017 rooney 0 comments
SENIORS ON THE ROAD, A CALIFORNIA PERSPECTIVE

Good communication is one of the best tools a group of people can have. Whether it is an attorney and his or her client, family members, employers, and staff or doctors and patients, with solid communication skills, issues can be resolved. An area of California life that can benefit from this thoughtful approach is highway […]

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Chico residents may not have to deal with snow removal issues, but we can understand the question at hand.

Jul 24, 2017 rooney 0 comments
PLAINTIFFS AND DEFENDANT AWAIT JURY’S DECISION ON FATAL CRASH

Sometimes, car accidents are inconvenient. When they are devastating to families because someone is killed or severely injured, recovery takes on a completely different perspective. Life-altering ramifications can lead to a need for someone or some business to be held accountable. Insurance companies might settle, but sometimes, it takes courtroom presentation of the facts to […]

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The history of the accident, medical expenses and other costs are voiced to the other party's insurance company in writing. This is called a demand letter.

Jul 14, 2017 rooney 0 comments
WHAT IS A DEMAND LETTER IN A CAR ACCIDENT CLAIM?

After a collision causing injuries, it is always a good idea to seek the advice of a legal advocate who is experienced in personal injury claims. It doesn’t matter if it is a car accident or truck or motorcycle crash – the same basics apply. When the wreck was caused by someone else’s negligence or […]

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Statistics show young people between 15 and 24 years of age represent about 14 percent of the population in this country.

Jun 29, 2017 rooney 0 comments
DANGER ZONES FOR TEEN DRIVERS: BE AWARE, HELP AVOID A CAR CRASH

Car Accidents… There are very few tragedies worse for a California family than the loss of a loved one unexpectedly. When a car accident injury is the cause, it’s natural for that family to want accountability. It may be that another driver is to blame or the loved one bears some responsibility. Either way, an […]

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Another reason highlighted in the study concentrates on the construction of safety features in most automobiles.

Dec 01, 2016 rooney 0 comments
SOME CAR ACCIDENTS MORE DANGEROUS FOR HEAVIER OCCUPANTS

It is fair to say that most residents of the United States are aware that weighing too much is not good for their health. In addition to raising the risk of diseases such as certain cancers, diabetes and heart disease, the extra weight can also cause strain on other body parts such as knees, making […]

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Though the driver of the vehicle is still in the hospital it is likely that at a minimum he will be charged with manslaughter.

Nov 27, 2016 rooney 0 comments
ALCOHOL, DRUGS CONTRIBUTING FACTORS TO FATAL CHICO ACCIDENT

Residents of Chico, California, likely remember the recent crash involving students at Chico State. The single vehicle crash killed two passengers and severely injured the young man behind the wheel of the car. At the time of the fatal accident the three occupants of the vehicle, all of whom were under the age of 21, […]

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a new study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association shows that these programs may not be as effective as anticipated.

Nov 21, 2016 rooney 0 comments
CALIFORNIA STUDENT CRASHES INTO DMV, HIGHLIGHTING RISKS OF TEEN DRIVING

On behalf of Rooney Law Firm posted in Car Accidents. A Northern California teen recently earned the inauspicious distinction of being the third student driver to collide with a California Department of Motor Vehicles building in recent years. The teen apparently mistook the gas pedal for the brake and crashed into the side of the […]

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