There are many reasons why an injured individual may decide to file a personal injury lawsuit.
WOMAN AWARDED $31.9M FOR INJURIES SUFFERED IN CRASH
WOMAN AWARDED $31.9M FOR INJURIES SUFFERED IN CRASH Though few spend much time thinking about them, car accidents occur regularly throughout Northern California. In many cases, they result in minor if any injuries at all. Other times, however, the outcome of a motor vehicle accident may be catastrophic. A Sacramento woman is well aware of […]
Read MoreWe know that being injured in a car accident can lead to considerable expenses.
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 […]
Read MoreProper 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.
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 […]
Read MoreThe 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.
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 […]
Read MoreSemi-trucks and other large trucks are governed by state laws and federal laws. Some of these laws dictate how long the drivers can drive, as well as how much rest they must get in between shifts.
WHAT ARE IMPORTANT POINTS TO KNOW ABOUT TRUCKING ACCIDENTS?
On behalf of Rooney Law Firm posted in Trucking Accidents. Truck accidents can cause devastation for the people who are in the other vehicles involved. Those people might opt to seek compensation for the injuries they suffer in the accident. It is critical that they understand some basic points about truck accidents before they proceed […]
Read MoreSometimes, a plaintiff settles because he or she simply doesn't want to draw the process out any further. In an accident case, where you are dealing with medical bills and recovery, you might want immediate compensation for some of those expenses.
THINGS TO CONSIDER BEFORE SETTLING YOUR CASE
On behalf of Rooney Law Firm posted in Trucking Accidents. Many, many civil litigation actions don’t reach a trial because they are settled out of court. While television and movies often make settlements look like the best idea for the defense, settlements can also be a good choice for plaintiffs. Here are some things to […]
Read MoreOne of the important factors that we need to determine when we are seeking compensation is what parties are going to be held liable.
VARIOUS FACTORS APPLY TO SEMI-TRUCK ACCIDENT CASES
On behalf of Rooney Law Firm posted in Trucking Accidents. Semi-truck accidents are extremely devastating for the people who are involved in them. The sad fact is that the injuries can be life-changing or even life ending. When you are involved in a truck accident, you will have to decide if you are going to […]
Read MoreWhen you seek compensation, you will have to go up against the representation for the trucking company, trucker and any other party you name as a defendant.
TRUCKER FATIGUE IS A PREVENTABLE CAUSE OF SEMI-TRUCK ACCIDENTS
On behalf of Rooney Law Firm posted in Trucking Accidents. In our previous blog post, we discussed how new electronic logs are going to be required for truck drivers in an effort to ensure that truckers are complying with the hours of service regulations. Those regulations play a critical role in keeping truckers and those […]
Read MoreOne aspect of seeking compensation that you should be aware of is that you will have to name defendants. This means that you have to determine who should be held liable for the accident.
SERIOUS ACCIDENTS CAN RESULT FROM FATIGUED TRUCKERS
On behalf of Rooney Law Firm posted in Trucking Accidents. Semi-truck drivers have a big responsibility as they navigate the roadways in large vehicles that are transporting heavy loads. All truckers must be well rested and able to react in an appropriate manner when obstacles appear while they are driving. When truckers aren’t well rested, […]
Read MoreThe FMCSA is issuing a new rule that requires truckers to use electronic logs instead of paper logs.
NEW RULE SEEKS TO BETTER ENFORCE HOURS OF SERVICE FOR TRUCKERS
On behalf of Rooney Law Firm posted in Trucking Accidents. Trucker fatigue is one of the possible causes of semi-truck accidents. There are rules set by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration that aim to give truckers suitable rest time in between shifts. These rules also set limits on how many consecutive hours a trucker […]
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