Category Archives: Personal Injury
San Diego County Steps up Measures to Increase Pedestrian Safety
News of legislation that will make improvements to San Diego’s streets and roads spread across San Diego and is a welcome measure considering pedestrian accidents in the area. According to local news reports, County Supervisors voted “yes” to a measure that will make safety improvements at four intersections and 17 other locations to enhance… Read More »
Rise of Pedestrian Deaths Prompts Discussion Surrounding Rights of Ventura Pedestrians who are Injured by Negligent Drivers
Although driving is surely the most popular form of transportation in Ventura and in most California and U.S. cities, the push for more walkable cities can be felt from coast to coast. Many people are finding healthier ways to get from Point A to Point B, including bicycling, walking, and even rollerblading. However, the… Read More »
Ventura Pedestrian’s Hit-and-Run Killing Ignites Discussion about Justice for Families Under California Civil Laws
With the holidays just behind us, we are reminded of the uptick in traffic accidents during the holiday season by the sad story of a Ventura family losing a loved one to a hit-and-run accident at the beginning of the year. According to local reports, an unidentified pedestrian was killed after being hit by… Read More »
Three Things Ventura Car Accident Victims Wished They Knew Going into Their Consultation with a Ventura Car Accident Lawyer
Let’s face it: most people have little to no experience with lawyers, and even fewer have ever brought their own lawsuit in civil court for compensation. In Ventura, even victims of car accidents who have strong cases for money damages may hesitate to schedule a consultation with a personal injury lawyer. However, when a… Read More »
Myth vs Fact About Ventura Truck Accident Cases
One thing about the laws that enable Ventura truck accident victims to get compensation for injuries sustained due to a truck driver’s negligent driving is that there are many misconceptions about them. Most Ventura drivers (hopefully) have not been involved in a truck accident and have little experience with the California civil laws that… Read More »
California Truck Driver Causes Fatal Truck Accident, Orders Burrito at Nearby Restaurant Moments After Crash
News of a tragic and fatal truck accident involving a California truck driver in Arizona has caused shockwaves across California and Arizona state lines. According to local news reports, Karan Singh, a 28-year-old truck driver from Manteca, California, was driving a commercial truck in Parker, Arizona, when he slammed into several vehicles that were… Read More »
Semi-Trucks and Motorcycle Riders: A Potentially Dangerous Combination – What Ventura Residents Should Know about the Hazards of Semi-Trucks on the Road for California Motorcyclists
There is no doubt that some Ventura residents find their life’s passion riding California’s roads and highways. The open air, sunshine, and the feeling of the wind on one’s face while taking in the scenery can be a wonderful and exciting hobby for many Californians. For others, riding a motorcycle may take on a… Read More »
What Can I Get from a Car Wreck Lawsuit?
Lawsuits are about getting financial compensation when someone else’s negligent behavior causes you loss and suffering. You get paid for the loss or “damage” you endured. In a lawsuit, you may be entitled to payment for your damages for various reasons, some of which are discussed below. Here are some of the damages you… Read More »
What Happens If Something Falls Off Another Vehicle And Hits My Car?
Imagine you’re driving up the 101 North. A truck with an overloaded flatbed bed pulls in front of you. You are nervous about the number of items that appear to be dangerously stacked on the flatbed, so you slow down to create some distance but keep driving. Suddenly, a large item flies from the… Read More »
Super Lawyers Select Matt Zavala to the 2022 California Rising Stars List
We are proud to announce the selection of attorney Matt Zavala to the 2022 California Rising Stars list. This is an exclusive list, recognizing no more than 2.5% of attorneys in California. Click the link to view his full profile. To be eligible for the Rising Stars list, a candidate must be either 40… Read More »