Monthly Archives: August 2021
Horrific California Pedestrian Accident Should Prompt Safety Tips For Parents
California Highway Patrol continues the search for a vehicle that fled the scene after causing a horrific pedestrian accident with multiple fatalities. News of the California pedestrian accident was first reported by NBC News Channel 4, in an article that identified the victims as fourteen and pre-teen girls who were out walking in the… Read More »
Physician Mistakes Can Lead To Serious Birth Injuries
When you have been eagerly awaiting the arrival of your newborn for so many months, it is devastating to learn that your infant may have suffered birth injuries. Stanford Children’s Health reports that trauma may be more likely when the baby is large, is not ideally situated in the birth canal, or is premature…. Read More »
What If I Never Fully Recover From California Car Accident Injuries?
Given the violent impact of a car accident, it is not surprising to learn that around 285,000 people are hurt in motor vehicle crashes every year. However, around six percent of these victims suffer serious injuries, which is defined by the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) as: Deep lacerations; Broken bones in the extremities; Crush… Read More »
Overview Of Railroad Worker Rights Under FELA
Working on and around railroads is one of the most dangerous occupations in the US, and statistics reveal the threat to railway employees. So far in 2021, there have been more than 2,700 rail-related accidents according to the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA). These incidents have caused 260 fatalities, already exceeding the average of 241… Read More »
Common Injuries To California Seamen And Maritime Workers
It takes many hands to construct, repair, load, and operate any maritime vessel, and the seamen who take on these specialized, complex tasks do so in an extremely hazardous employment environment. Because the seafaring workplace is so unique in its dangers, lawmakers have established a specific legal remedy for maritime employees who are hurt… Read More »
Statistics On Boating DUI Accidents In California
California is home to more than 840 miles of Pacific Ocean coastline and thousands of navigable lakes and rivers, so it may not surprise you to learn that boating accidents are common. However, digging deeper into the statistics reveals the role that alcohol plays in these tragic incidents. According to the California Department of… Read More »
California Motorcycle Accidents Lead To Serious Lower Extremities Injuries
Motorcycle enthusiasts are well-aware that serious injuries are a common threat in accidents, but you may not know how the vehicle’s design impacts the nature and severity of harm. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) covered this topic in a publication on Lower Extremity Injuries in Motorcycle Crashes, revealing that the rider’s feet,… Read More »
What Are My Rights After A Work-Related Car Accident In Oakland?
The risks of being involved in a motor vehicle crash are extreme whenever you are driving around California’s Bay Area, but data from the US Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) reveal safety threats you may not expect: Approximately 40 percent of all work-related deaths occur because of transportation collisions, at more than 2,000… Read More »
