In this article, you can discover: A statistical overview of bicycle accidents in Southern California. The primary causes of bicycle accidents and their severe consequences. Some common types of injuries resulting from bicycle accidents. General guidelines for bicycle accident injury claims in California. How Often Do Bicycle Accidents Happen In Southern California? From 2018 to 2022, approximately 2,500 individuals sustained injuries annually in bicycle accidents in Southern California, with about 35 fatalities each year. These incidents predominantly occur on roads with speed limits exceeding 35 miles per hour. They also often occur on routes with at least three lanes of traffic in each direction. A significant proportion, over half, of these accidents and injuries happen in the evening, often in areas lacking bike infrastructure, such as dedicated bike lanes. What Are The Most Common Causes Of Bicycle Accidents That Result In Injuries? The primary causes of bicycle accidents leading to injuries include: Distracted driving: This…Read More
In this article, you can discover: Some strategies for handling medical bills while you are awaiting your settlement. The role of pure comparative negligence in personal injury cases. The specific rules governing pedestrian accidents in California. Factors influencing the timeline for resolving your pedestrian accident case. How Can I Pay My Medical Bills While I Wait For My Pedestrian Accident Case To Settle? To manage medical bills during the settlement of a pedestrian accident case, you have several options. If you have health insurance, you can use it to cover your medical expenses under plans like the Affordable Care Act. In cases of high deductibles, attorneys often have access to lines of credit or cash advances to assist in bill payment. For those lacking insurance or with insufficient coverage, personal injury attorneys can connect you with medical providers who offer care on a lien basis. This means they provide treatment and wait for payment until…Read More
Filing a personal injury claim in California can be a complex process, and it can become even more complicated if you were partly to blame for the accident. However, even if you were partially at fault, you may still be able to recover damages for your injuries. In this summary, we will discuss the steps involved in filing a personal injury claim in California when you are partly to blame for the accident, including gathering evidence, determining fault, negotiating with insurance companies, and seeking legal assistance. Step-by-step Guide To Filing A California Personal Injury Lawsuit When You Are Partly To Blame For The Accident: Get medical attention: The first step after any accident is to seek medical attention for your injuries. Even if your injuries seem minor, you must get checked out by a medical professional to ensure you don't have underlying injuries or health concerns related to the incident. Collect evidence: Gather as much…Read More
Rx Drugs are a Common Cause of Impaired Driving in California Car Accidents When we think of impaired driving, we often think of drunk driving or driving under the influence of street drugs like cocaine or meth. However, in some scenarios, prescription drugs can also leave a driver impaired. In California, prescription drugs are a common cause of car accidents. Drivers need to be aware of the risks and take steps to prevent impaired driving. How Can Prescription Drugs Impair a Driver's Ability to Drive Safely? Prescription drugs can impair a driver's ability to operate a vehicle safely. Some prescription drugs can cause drowsiness or dizziness, making it difficult to focus on the road or react quickly to changing driving conditions. Other medications can affect vision, coordination, and reaction time, increasing the car accident risk. Rx Drugs: Contributing Factor In 12% Of California's Fatal Car Accidents According to a study conducted by the California Department…Read More
California employees are eligible for Paid Family Leave (PFL) benefits under the California State Disability Insurance (SDI) program. Paid Family Leave allows eligible employees to take time off work to care for a seriously ill family member or bond with a new child. Paid Family Leave Benefits For Eligible California Employees: Under California law, eligible employees can receive up to six weeks of PFL benefits in 12 months. The benefit amount is based on a percentage of the employee's weekly wages, up to a maximum amount set by the state. To be eligible for PFL benefits, employees must have paid into the SDI program through payroll deductions and meet other eligibility requirements, such as having worked for the employer for a certain amount of time and having a qualifying reason for the leave. California Paid Family Leave: What Is A Qualifying Reason? In California, the Paid Family Leave (PFL) program provides eligible employees with partial…Read More
Whistleblower lawsuits are essential for California employees to expose and hold their employers accountable for illegal or unethical behavior. However, these lawsuits can also raise concerns about confidentiality and privacy. In California, whistleblower laws provide some protections for employees who file suit, but the extent of these protections can vary depending on the circumstances. California whistleblower laws protect employees who report state or federal law violations or refuse to participate in illegal or unethical behavior. These laws also prohibit employers from retaliating against employees who engage in these protected activities. Retaliation can take many forms, including termination, demotion, harassment, or other adverse actions. When an employee files a whistleblower lawsuit, they may be required to disclose certain information about the alleged misconduct, including the identities of witnesses and other evidence. This information can be sensitive and potentially damaging to both the employer and the employees involved. Due to the sensitive nature of info connected to…Read More
According to the International Labor Organization (ILO), the global employment rate for people with disabilities is 24.5% lower than for non-disabled people. The employment rate for Americans with disabilities is 46.4% lower than for non-disabled people. These statistics represent what is called the disability employment gap. The big question is whether or not we can close the gap. What Is The Disability Employment Gap? A billion people are living with disabilities worldwide (millions in the United States). About 15% of the world's population suffers from a disability. Unfortunately, many people living with disabilities experience workplace discrimination that can start before they're even hired. Many people with disabilities are dismissed because of their disability during job interviews, even though they are fully capable of completing the necessary job duties. Disability discrimination during the hiring process and in workplaces across the nation created an employment gap between those living with disabilities and those not living with disabilities…Read More
On September 2022, Governor Newsom signed SB1107 (the Protect California Drivers Act) into law, increasing California's minimum automobile liability coverage. Before the increase, California's minimum auto liability coverages were 46th in the nation; they hadn't seen an increase since 1967, when the original calculations were completed. California Liability Insurance: Is It Mandatory? California State legislators passed minimum financial responsibility laws in 1974 requiring drivers to carry liability coverages in their automobile insurance policies at the following minimums: $15,000/$30,000/$5,000 for physical injury or death for one person/two or more people/property damage. Minimum financial responsibility laws make drivers responsible for compensating injured drivers and passengers in an accident. When Do Increased Limits Go Into Effect & What Will They Do? The increased California minimum automobile liability coverages go into effect on January 1, 2025. The increased coverage could affect injured parties' compensation after a car accident. If a negligent driver caused injuries to another party, the injured…Read More
Workplace discrimination can be a confusing concept. So it's best to begin any discussion with a definition. Workplace discrimination is when an employer treats one of their workers less favorably than another worker (or workers) based on a specific trait or characteristic like national origin, race, age, gender, or disability. Once the issue is defined, the next step is learning to identify instances of workplace discrimination. Workplace Discrimination: Common Warning Signs Harmful jokes regarding a worker's gender, race, sexual orientation, national orientation, religion, disability, etc. Persistent bullying or "hazing" Physical harassment Disparate treatment amongst the workforce Workplace Discrimination is Illegal Under Federal and State Law: While workplace discrimination is illegal under federal and state law, it can be difficult to prove - particularly when it occurs during the hiring process. Many employers violate the law during the hiring process when they pass up job applicants for discriminatory reasons. If you believe a potential employer passed…Read More
New traffic safety-related laws went into effect for Californians on January 1, 2022. How did these new laws affect drivers and pedestrians in California? 2022 Brough Several New Traffic Safety Laws: Assembly Bill 3: Illegal sideshows, definition, and penalties Assembly Bill 974: Equestrian safety gear Assembly Bill 798: Tribal emergency vehicles Assembly Bill 47: License points for distracted driving Assembly Bill 43: Authorizing local authorities to reduce speed limits How Does AB3 Affect California Drivers & Pedestrians? AB3 defined "sideshow" as an incident with two or more people that block or impede highway traffic to put on a "show" for spectators, like motor vehicle stunts, "races," shows of speed, reckless driving, etc. The new law also increased the severity of penalties for violations, but the stricter penalties do not go into effect until July 1, 2025. Once the new, harsher punishments are effective, a driver convicted of an exhibition of speed during a sideshow in…Read More
