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Amputations Caused by Car Accidents

By | March 16th, 2017

Amputations are often one of the most difficult injuries to deal with after a car accident. The loss of a limb or a digit (finger or toe) in such an event is known as a traumatic amputation. While this injury is not as common as some other car accident injuries, the Amputee Coalition reports that car accidents are the primary cause of traumatic amputations. Causes of Amputation Injuries While just about any type of car accident can cause significant injuries, those that are most likely to cause limb-threatening injuries include: Rollover.

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Drowsiness Causes Car Accidents: How to Stay Alert on Long Trips

By | March 9th, 2017

Sleep is a powerful drive that can overtake anyone. When you go to bed, there is no conscious decision to fall asleep. Instead, you wait until sleep overtakes you. The body simply “switches off” the conscious mind without your “permission.” This is what makes drowsy driving so dangerous. No matter how hard you fight it, your conscious mind will turn off, and at that point, your car is moving 65 mph down the highway without a driver. If you attempt various tricks to stay awake such as loud music and.

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Avoid a Crash by Learning How to Spot a Distracted Driver

By | March 9th, 2017

Whether you drive a car or ride a motorcycle, driving/riding defensively is the key to avoiding a crash caused by other people. The proliferation of tech gadgets has made distracted driving as big a danger to public safety as drunk driving. Although distracted and drunk driving are vastly different, both cause serious driver impairment. Spotting a distracted driver is as simple as looking for a cell phone held close to the driver’s head. However, other gadgets are kept out of sight such as dashboard mounted devices or when they’re held.

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Who Can File a Wrongful Death Claim?

By | March 9th, 2017

Cases involving a wrongful death claim are often among the most emotionally fraught cases we get at Hogan Injury. That’s because a wrongful death claim involves a loved one’s untimely and potentially avoidable death; a loss of life caused by the negligent or intentional acts of another. In California, there are certain limitations on who can bring forth such a claim on behalf of the deceased. While our attorneys are readily available to assist you in determine whether or not you qualify as wrongful death claimant, the following is a.

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What to Know about Wrongful Death Civil Cases

By | March 2nd, 2017

When someone dies due to the negligence, carelessness or willful intent of another person or company, certain persons can file a wrongful death lawsuit. These are personal injury lawsuits. They are extremely complicated cases and, most often, individuals obtain legal representation. Some attorneys specialize in wrongful death lawsuits. The statutes involved in wrongful death cases vary state by state. For instance, the state determines the amount of damages available for recovery. Also, the state decides the timeframe in which the case can be brought. It is always at least a.

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Avoid Motorcycle Accidents This Spring

By | March 2nd, 2017

After a long winter, the first signs of spring beacon us to take out the cycle and hit the road. But spring weather does not always bring perfect driving conditions. That’s why it’s important to stay safe on your motorcycle this spring by following these 4 important tips on how to avoid motorcycle accidents. Be mindful of road conditions Wet spring weather means slick, slippery roads. Of course heavy rainfall is dangerous, but be especially cautious when the first drops fall or when there is early morning fog, mist or light drizzle. The layer of.

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Car Accidents Can Cause Retinal Detachment

By | March 2nd, 2017

Every year, thousands of Americans sustain eye injuries in a car accident. One of them is retinal detachment. What is Retinal Detachment? According to the Mayo Clinic, a retinal detachment describes an emergency situation in which the thin layer of tissue (the retina) at the back of the eye pulls away from its normal position. The detachment separates the retina cells from the layer of blood vessels that are responsible for providing oxygen and nourishment. Symptoms The condition is painless, however there are warning signs before it occurs or has advanced..

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Avoid Car Accidents When Driving in Snow Country

By | February 23rd, 2017

Many Californians living in the coastal areas get little exposure to driving in snowy conditions. This lack of practice can cause problems when driving in inland areas, especially the mountains. When visiting or vacationing in these places, drive safely and avoid a car accident using these six tips: Bring Tire Chains and Know How to Use Them Even if your driving skill and car are more than up to the task of traveling on snow-covered roads, sometimes chains are required. Look for “chain required” signs. The sign will show one of.

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Pre-Trip Inspection Oversights That Cause Truck Accidents

By | February 23rd, 2017

Because of its enormous size and weight, a semi truck can cause a devastating truck accident that may injure and kill motorists. Truck drivers too, don’t always come out of these accidents unscathed. Semi truck accidents have caused serious injuries and fatalities to truck drivers. This is why the truck driver’s pre-trip inspection of her rig is so important, and is why it’s required by law. Because of the many trips truckers make in their careers, the pre-trip inspection becomes very routine, and the temptation exists for truckers to cut.

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When Driving the Speed Limit Is Still Speeding and May Cause a Car Accident

By | February 23rd, 2017

To many drivers, speeding is a violation of the posted speed limit. However, this is a narrow definition and isn’t always technically correct. The posted speed limit applies to good driving conditions. For less ideal conditions you must follow California’s basic speed law that states you can’t drive faster than is safe for the current driving conditions. This means you will have to exercise your judgment to determine the safe speed. However, the police can cite you for violating the basic speed law if your speed is too fast according.

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