Although most people don’t like to think about it, the chance of being hit by a driver while walking on or near a roadway is actually pretty high. More than 7,000 pedestrians were killed on American roads in accidents involving a motor vehicle in 2020. In addition to these deaths, more than 100,000 pedestrians had...
6 Common Mistakes to Avoid in the Personal Injury Claim Process
Do you feel overwhelmed or intimidated by the personal injury claim process? This aspect of the law is complex and filled with opportunities for mistakes. No matter how well-educated or diligent you may be, there is no replacement for legal expertise. You do not have to continue to stress about a personal injury claim alone....
The Most Common Types of Car Accidents, Explained
Approximately 46,000 people die in road traffic accidents in the United States every year, with a further 4.4 million people sustaining injuries that require medical attention. Road traffic accident deaths in the US are significantly higher than in similar high-income counties and regions, such as Western Europe, Canada, and Japan. In this blog post, we...
7 Reasons Why You Need to Hire a Tustin Car Accident Lawyer
6,756,000 car accidents occurred in the United States in 2019, resulting in more than 2.7 million injuries. That means a car accident occurs every five seconds in the United States. Every car accident is different. But every car accident survivor can benefit from the same resource: a car accident lawyer. What can a lawyer do for...
How California Insurance Companies Deny a Car Accident Claim – Legacy Accident Lawyers
How California Insurance Companies Deny a Car Accident Claim In an ideal world, California insurance companies are there to protect you if you suffer injuries or damages after a car accident, and they would simply cover any expenses that accrued due to the car accident. However, insurance companies in California are just like any other...
The Complete Guide to Summer Motorcycle Safety
Almost half of all motorcycle fatalities happen during the summer months. Some motorcyclists make the assumption that the wintertime is the most dangerous time to ride due to wet and sleek roads. However, regardless of the seasons, it’s important to maintain these best practices when taking your bike out on Tustin’s open road. Here are...
What Is a Car Accident Checklist, and Why Do You Need One?
Learning about what to do after a car accident will help you feel less stressed in the event of an accident. Also, it will equip you for when you file a car accident claim. One way to prepare is by utilizing a car accident checklist. Here is an overview of what the checklist is and...
5 Factors That Affect Compensation in a Personal Injury Claim
5.25 million car accidents occurred in the United States in 2020 alone. That’s ten car crashes every minute of that year. Even a fender bender can cause a devastating injury. If you plan to file a personal injury claim, you will need to be aware of what the process will entail. What kind of compensation...
Negligent Drivers: Preventing the Causes of Motorcycle Accidents
About half of all road traffic deaths occur among vulnerable road users. These users include cyclists, pedestrians, and motorcyclists. Unfortunately, neglecting motorcycle safety could cause accidents to rise year over year. Understanding the different causes of motorcycle accidents could help you prevent a crash in the future. Here are the most common causes of motorcycle accidents...